Boardwalk Archives - Jersey Shore Scene https://jerseyshorescene.com/tag/boardwalk/ A collaborative website written by locals about the thriving lifestyle along the Jersey Shore Mon, 31 Aug 2026 10:38:11 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://jerseyshorescene.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/logo-new.png Boardwalk Archives - Jersey Shore Scene https://jerseyshorescene.com/tag/boardwalk/ 32 32 170653212 5 Beautiful Spots To Take A Walk On The Jersey Shore https://jerseyshorescene.com/5-beautiful-spots-to-take-a-walk-on-the-jersey-shore-3/ Mon, 31 Aug 2026 10:38:11 +0000 https://jerseyshorescene.com/?p=24137 Every once in a while, we all need a breather! For me, it’s getting outside, away from the screens and take a power walk. Recently, WebMD reported that just a half-hour of physical activity a day could prevent millions of early deaths and cases of heart disease worldwide. “Meeting physical activity guidelines by walking for as little as 30 minutes most days of the week has a substantial benefit, and higher physical activity is associated with even lower risks,” said Scott Lear, from Simon Fraser University.

Lear and his colleagues analyzed responses from more than 130,000 people aged 35-70 in 17 countries. Participants were asked about their levels of physical activity, then they were followed for nearly seven years.

The conclusion was that 1 in 20 cases of heart disease and 1 in 12 premature deaths could be prevented if everyone met World Health Organization guidelines. WHO recommends that adults do at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise a week. This is a mere 2.5 hours a week that could bring long term health benefits. It’s time well spent when we invest in our long term health.

Lucky for us, the Jersey Shore has many beautiful walking trails and beaches. Why spend time on a treadmill when you can enjoy the outdoors? We’ve listed Five local spots that make taking a walk into a mini-vacation!

1- Boardwalks– They are numerous here at the Shore and one is guaranteed to be the perfect length for your walk.
2- Manasquan Reservoir- There is a 5-mile perimeter trail or a 1-mile interior Nature trail.
3- Edgar Felix Memorial Bikeway– A 5.2 long trail starting in the town of Manasquan and ending at Allaire State Park.
4- Sandy Hook Multi-Use Pathway- An 8.5-mile path with stunning ocean views and beaches leading to Fort Hancock.
5- The Henry Hudson Trail– A tree-lined 24-mile pathway mostly paved and flat.

 

We live in the perfect place to power walk! Grab your sneaks and head out to your favorite place at the Shore!

]]> 24137 Beautiful Spots to Exercise at The Jersey Shore https://jerseyshorescene.com/beautiful-spots-to-exercise-at-the-jersey-shore-2/ Mon, 29 Jun 2026 00:29:31 +0000 https://jerseyshorescene.com/?p=23820 It has recently been reported on WebMD and all over the news that just a half-hour of physical activity a day could prevent millions of early deaths and cases of heart disease worldwide. “Meeting physical activity guidelines by walking for as little as 30 minutes most days of the week has a substantial benefit, and higher physical activity is associated with even lower risks,” said Scott Lear, from Simon Fraser University.

Lear and his colleagues analyzed responses from more than 130,000 people aged 35-70 in 17 countries. Participants were asked about their levels of physical activity, then they were followed for nearly seven years.

The conclusion was that 1 in 20 cases of heart disease and 1 in 12 premature deaths could be prevented if everyone met World Health Organization guidelines. WHO recommends that adults do at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise a week. This is a mere 2.5 hours a week that could bring long-term health benefits. It’s time well spent when we invest in our long-term health.

Lucky for us, the Jersey Shore has many beautiful walking trails and beaches. Why spend time on a treadmill when you can enjoy the outdoors? We’ve listed five local spots that turn taking a walk into a mini vacation!

1- Boardwalks– They are numerous here at the Shore and one is guaranteed to be the perfect length for your walk.
2- Manasquan Reservoir– There is a 5-mile perimeter trail or a 1-mile interior Nature trail.
3- Edgar Felix Memorial Bikeway– A 5.2-mile trail starting in the town of Manasquan and ending at Allaire State Park.
4- Sandy Hook Multi-Use Pathway– An 8.5-mile path with stunning ocean views and beaches leading to Ft. Hancock.
5- The Henry Hudson Trail– A tree-lined 24-mile pathway that is mostly paved and mostly flat.

 

]]> 23820 Being On The Water Is Highly Effective For Achieving Peace Of Mind https://jerseyshorescene.com/being-on-the-water-is-highly-effective-for-achieving-peace-of-mind/ Fri, 12 Jun 2026 10:40:40 +0000 https://jerseyshorescene.com/?p=23711
This phenomenon is backed by a growing body of scientific research often referred to as “Blue Mind” theory, a term popularized by marine biologist Dr. Wallace J. Nichols. It describes the mildly meditative, relaxed state the human brain enters when we are near, in, or on water. 
Our brains shift from a highly stressed “red mind” state—characterized by overstimulation and anxiety—to a calm, restorative “blue mind” state.
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Simple Ways to Experience “Blue Mind”
    • Paddleboarding or Kayaking: Combines gentle physical exercise with smooth gliding over lakes or rivers.
    • Swimming: Yields a weightless, sensory-deprivation effect that closely mimics deep meditation or yoga.
    • Coastal Walking: Exposes you to crashing waves, which fracture water molecules to release mood-boosting negative ions.
    • Passive Gazing: Sitting on a dock or a beach for as little as 20 minutes to watch the water pattern resets your stress baseline. 

If you are feeling overwhelmed, planning even a short trip to a local stream, lake, or coastline can act as an immediate mental reset.
]]> 23711 5 Beautiful Spots To Take A Walk On The Jersey Shore https://jerseyshorescene.com/5-beautiful-spots-to-take-a-walk-on-the-jersey-shore-2/ Tue, 12 May 2026 11:30:46 +0000 https://jerseyshorescene.com/?p=23571 Every once in a while, we all need a breather! For me, it’s getting outside, away from the screens and take a power walk. Recently, WebMD reported that just a half-hour of physical activity a day could prevent millions of early deaths and cases of heart disease worldwide. “Meeting physical activity guidelines by walking for as little as 30 minutes most days of the week has a substantial benefit, and higher physical activity is associated with even lower risks,” said Scott Lear, from Simon Fraser University.

Lear and his colleagues analyzed responses from more than 130,000 people aged 35-70 in 17 countries. Participants were asked about their levels of physical activity, then they were followed for nearly seven years.

The conclusion was that 1 in 20 cases of heart disease and 1 in 12 premature deaths could be prevented if everyone met World Health Organization guidelines. WHO recommends that adults do at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise a week. This is a mere 2.5 hours a week that could bring long term health benefits. It’s time well spent when we invest in our long term health.

Lucky for us, the Jersey Shore has many beautiful walking trails and beaches. Why spend time on a treadmill when you can enjoy the outdoors? We’ve listed Five local spots that make taking a walk into a mini-vacation!

1- Boardwalks– They are numerous here at the Shore and one is guaranteed to be the perfect length for your walk.
2- Manasquan Reservoir- There is a 5-mile perimeter trail or a 1-mile interior Nature trail.
3- Edgar Felix Memorial Bikeway– A 5.2 long trail starting in the town of Manasquan and ending at Allaire State Park.
4- Sandy Hook Multi-Use Pathway- An 8.5-mile path with stunning ocean views and beaches leading to Fort Hancock.
5- The Henry Hudson Trail– A tree-lined 24-mile pathway mostly paved and flat.

 

We live in the perfect place to power walk! Grab your sneaks and head out to your favorite place at the Shore!

]]> 23571 Transformation Tuesday https://jerseyshorescene.com/transformation-tuesday-3/ Tue, 27 Jan 2026 11:30:31 +0000 https://jerseyshorescene.com/?p=23078 Transformation Tuesday is a trend that encourages people who have lost a good amount of weight to post before and after selfies of themselves. We’ve “Scene” other trends before and are thrilled that this one promotes a healthier lifestyle change.

The Jersey Shore has many awesome spots that not only offer great views but also welcome people to come and exercise outside. But before we all start working out inside, take a look at our Top Five recommendations where a long walk will help make every day a beautiful transformation:

1- Boardwalks– They are numerous here at the Shore and one is guaranteed to be the perfect length for your walk.
2- Manasquan Reservoir– There is a 5-mile perimeter trail or a 1 mile interior Nature trail.
3- Edgar Felix Memorial Bikeway– A 5.2-mile trail starting in the town of Manasquan and ending at       Allaire State Park.
4- Sandy Hook Multi-Use Pathway– An 8.5-mile path with stunning ocean views and beaches leading to Ft. Hancock.
5- The Henry Hudson Trail– A tree-lined 24-mile pathway that is mostly paved and mostly flat.

Where is your favorite place to power walk?

 

]]> 23078 5 Beautiful Spots To Take A Walk On The Jersey Shore https://jerseyshorescene.com/5-beautiful-spots-to-take-a-walk-on-the-jersey-shore/ Fri, 25 Apr 2025 09:00:06 +0000 https://jerseyshorescene.com/?p=21833 Every once in a while, we all need a breather! For me, it’s getting outside, away from the screens and take a power walk. Recently, WebMD reported that just a half-hour of physical activity a day could prevent millions of early deaths and cases of heart disease worldwide. “Meeting physical activity guidelines by walking for as little as 30 minutes most days of the week has a substantial benefit, and higher physical activity is associated with even lower risks,” said Scott Lear, from Simon Fraser University.

Lear and his colleagues analyzed responses from more than 130,000 people aged 35-70 in 17 countries. Participants were asked about their levels of physical activity, then they were followed for nearly seven years.

The conclusion was that 1 in 20 cases of heart disease and 1 in 12 premature deaths could be prevented if everyone met World Health Organization guidelines. WHO recommends that adults do at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise a week. This is a mere 2.5 hours a week that could bring long term health benefits. It’s time well spent when we invest in our long term health.

Lucky for us, the Jersey Shore has many beautiful walking trails and beaches. Why spend time on a treadmill when you can enjoy the outdoors? We’ve listed Five local spots that make taking a walk into a mini-vacation!

1- Boardwalks– They are numerous here at the Shore and one is guaranteed to be the perfect length for your walk.
2- Manasquan Reservoir- There is a 5-mile perimeter trail or a 1-mile interior Nature trail.
3- Edgar Felix Memorial Bikeway– A 5.2 long trail starting in the town of Manasquan and ending at Allaire State Park.
4- Sandy Hook Multi-Use Pathway- An 8.5-mile path with stunning ocean views and beaches leading to Fort Hancock.
5- The Henry Hudson Trail– A tree-lined 24-mile pathway mostly paved and flat.

 

We live in the perfect place to power walk! Grab your sneaks and head out to your favorite place at the Shore!

]]> 21833 5 Beautiful Spots To Take A Walk On The Jersey Shore https://jerseyshorescene.com/5-spots-to-take-a-walk-on-the-jersey-shore/ Fri, 06 Nov 2020 13:30:40 +0000 https://jerseyshorescene.com/?p=5066 By Tracey Hall ~
What a week it has been! We all need a breather! For me, it’s getting outside, away from the screens and take a power walk. Recently WebMD reported that just a half-hour of physical activity a day could prevent millions of early deaths and cases of heart disease worldwide. “Meeting physical activity guidelines by walking for as little as 30 minutes most days of the week has a substantial benefit, and higher physical activity is associated with even lower risks,” said Scott Lear, from Simon Fraser University.
Lear and his colleagues analyzed responses from more than 130,000 people aged 35-70 in 17 countries. Participants were asked about their levels of physical activity, then they were followed for nearly seven years.

The conclusion was that 1 in 20 cases of heart disease and 1 in 12 premature deaths could be prevented if everyone met World Health Organization guidelines. WHO recommends that adults do at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise a week. This is a mere 2.5 hours a week that could bring long term health benefits. It’s time well spent when we invest in our long term health.

Lucky for us, the Jersey Shore has many beautiful walking trails and beaches. Why spend time on a treadmill when you can enjoy the outdoors? We’ve listed Five local spots that make taking a walk into a mini-vacation!

1- Boardwalks- They are numerous here at the Shore and one is guaranteed to be the perfect length for your walk.
2- Manasquan Reservoir- There is a 5-mile perimeter trail or a 1-mile interior Nature trail.
3- Edgar Felix Memorial Bikeway- A 5.2 long trail starting in the town of Manasquan and ending at Allaire State Park.
4- Sandy Hook Multi-Use Pathway- An 8.5-mile path with stunning ocean views and beaches leading to Ft. Hancock.
5- The Henry Hudson Trail- A tree-lined 24-mile pathway that is mostly paved and mostly flat.

Let us know where you like to power walk. We’d love to grab our sneaks and share your favorite place at the Shore!

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