Finding the Rush: Exploring Underrated Activities for Adrenaline Junkies
Everyone has things that make them tick, make their hearts race, and make their heads spin. For adrenaline junkies, those things go beyond your average sports game. Yes, adrenaline seekers like to go to larger heights (sometimes literally and figuratively!).
Typical activities you might think of that are associated with adrenaline junkies are ziplining or skydiving, but there are lesser-known activities that are enjoyed by those looking for that rush. As different adrenaline junkies enjoy activities from various heights and speeds, their interests will be different.
However, there has been a change in what adrenaline junkies generally like. Becoming more popular are lower-cost activities, because many people have less disposable income than they might have had in the past. With higher rents and costs of living, people have been inclined to change their leisure activities.
Therefore, adrenaline lovers choose activities that still give them the same feeling at a lower cost. An example of this would be visiting a theme park or water park, where tickets to enjoy the heights and fast movements are cheaper than, for example, skydiving.
Because thrill seekers chase that feeling of excitement when they do something new, they are always looking for the next new thing. Doing the same typical “dangerous” or “scary” activity doesn’t cut it for them. They are always looking for their next challenge so they try different activities to stop the boredom. The human body produces adrenaline when the person is at risk, so there has to be an activity that balances the risk (the danger) and the reward (the feeling when doing it).
Now more than ever, adrenaline junkies are looking for new activities. They’re checking out this full of adrenaline website for ideas and tips, and they’re looking for new travel agents and companies that can offer the experiences they crave. Here are some top activities you can try to get your adrenaline fix.
Ice Climbing
Ice climbing is one of the most risky activities given that the climate can impact your ability to move up the mountains. In ice climbing, you use ice axes and crampons to grip parts of the ice to move further up.
The appeal of ice climbing is that it can be done in many places. Norwegian Fjords, Iceland, and The Canadian Rockies, to name a few. It’s also a huge workout because you have to make sure you have the right grip and the ability to maneuver your body into different positions to climb effectively.
As it can also be done in many places, there are terrains that ice climbers can explore, with glaciers and cliffs in different icy areas. It can also be a long-term hobby, given that places like Iceland stay cold for most of the year, so there isn’t a worry about the climate ruining the experience. If ice climbing doesn’t sound quite your cup of tea, you could consider other outdoor activities like hiking – it’s more low-key, but it can still take your breath away if you choose somewhere beautiful.
Diving with Sharks
Diving with sharks is on many people’s bucket lists, but what if you do it as a hobby? People who are thalassophiles already adore the ocean, so diving with sharks is perfect if they also love sea creatures.
The reason why shark diving is a must-try activity is because it increases awareness of the animals. Many adrenaline junkies are used to heights and fast-paced action, but not necessarily used to getting close to animals that are considered dangerous. Shark diving under the guidance of a trained professional helps raise awareness about sharks and their behavior and helps people to understand they aren’t scary just for the sake of being so.
Sharks are apex predators, meaning they naturally hunt other animals because they are at the top of the food chain. They are essential to the ecosystem, which not many people understand. The experience of diving with them allows you to understand a shark’s nature, and gain a better connection with these species.
Motocross Racing/Biking
Motocross racing is a criminally underrated form of motorsports. It involves racing off-road on dedicated routes, often involving jumps and terrains. Usually, motocross is done in places with deserts and sand, but that depends on the location.
Motocross is great for adrenaline junkies looking to find communities because it involves working against their opponents. It requires a hell of a lot of skill to be able to jump, turn corners, and beat other racers!
Motocross is also exciting for many because there are different terrains to explore and races to try, which keeps thrill seekers entertained for long periods.
Parkour
You may have heard people shout, “parkour” before and thought, what’s that? Parkour is the practice of urban exploring by climbing, running, and jumping onto buildings, fences, and other structures. Those who do parkour, or traceurs, as they are known, are also very prevalent online. YouTubers like NightScape popularised the activity with videos of him exploring new areas doing parkour and trying other extreme ways to see the world.
Parkour is a free-flowing activity because there are no rules. It is also a great opportunity to create content for social media, as you can use a GoPro or have a camera backpack ready to snap photos of your tricks.
Surprisingly, parkour is very accessible. All you need to participate in parkour is some athletic ability and an urban area to explore. In this case, it could be easy for those who live in cities to try it because there are so many streets, buildings, and areas suitable for it. Of course, parkour also has risk and thrill elements to it as participants have to master jumping, climbing, and running to go between buildings and move higher, which requires concentration and an ability to let go of your fears. Parkour is challenging and has a lively online community, making it a rewarding activity that daredevils should try.
