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Is hiking a sport?

G · 2 weeks ago · 3 replies · 62

Hiking is one of the most interesting activity out there. Many people believe that hiking is a recreational activity. However, many others believe that it could be considered a sport due to the fact that it requires physical activity and you might need to compete with other hikers. It is very enjoyable activity for sure. So, is it considered a sport? What do you think?

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· 4 days ago

I think hiking can be considered both a recreational activity and a sport, depending on how it's done. Casual hiking is mostly about enjoying nature and staying active, while competitive hiking or challenging mountain hikes require endurance, strength, and serious physical preparation.

· 3 days ago

For an activity to be classified as sport it needs formal competition, official governing bodies, structured rules, and spectators. Hiking doesn’t have any. So it isn’t sport. It is basically a recreational and fitness activity. I enjoy hiking.

· 11 hours ago

In my opinion going by competitive standards, hiking is not a sport but an exercise. People do it for fun and keeping fit.

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