What does adventure mean to you? It could mean many things to many people. Adventure for one might be trying a new restaurant or trying a new sport for the first time. It is important to keep moving somehow. Even going for little walks around the block.

How do you define adventurous, many say skiing, mountain biking, hikes,  parachuting, rock climbing.

Utah came in at number one they have five national parks and the third highest of any state. Montana came in at number two and Colorado 3rd followed by Idaho and Oregon.

According to the research, the most adventurous states get the most exercise. It looks like the more state parks the more exercise. The research is also inconclusive as they are not sure if active, adventurous people lean toward national parks or the Rocky Mountains—or if living in the open country inspire more adventure.

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