The expansion of extreme sports into a full-fledged category ushered in a new era in sports and has been on the receiving end of conservative criticism ever since. Contrary to popular belief, our love for risky sports can be put down to reasons which are purely scientific and actually very easy to grasp. Meanwhile. few can deny that there are those that do like living on the edge solely for the thrill, but I like to think there’s a deeper connection with human biology than it looks on the surface. So, the subject of this post will be trying to explain why we like to push ourselves to the extreme and what we could possibly benefit from that.

Before Sports There Was Surviving

First, let’s get the record straight there are degrees and types stress that actually promotes and triggers intrinsic self-repair mechanisms in the body. In other words, the lack of resistance/stress is not something we should be striving towards. Competitiveness and the ability to survive against all odds were passed down to us by our forefathers who didn’t have the luxury of ordering food online or having well-developed local medical care. In a nutshell, extreme sports could be interpreted as something that’s to an extent emulating the severe conditions we are no longer exposed to due to our evolution as a species. It’s no wonder that overloading the body with weight in a controlled manner stimulates growth hormone (HGH) synthesis, which in term can repair damaged tissue and increase human lifespan.

So, what’s in it for you? Imagine getting away with taking rash decisions or the boost in confidence you get manhandling a fully loaded barbell at the gym. What this does to your body is it stimulates it to releases a cocktail of chemicals that ultimately make it feel good. Let’s not forget the increased heart-rate that delivers blood to every bit of your body, thus revitalizing your system and giving you increased strength, and better focus until the body turns back to a relaxed state. This primal instinct in our bodies is what extreme sports were founded on, and boy, do we love how it feels… Sadly, people mistake this for a substitute of living a healthy lifestyle and then go on to blindly blame all their woes on ‘irresponsible behaviour’. But don’t worry, extreme sports are just one of the many risky things you can do to get the blood pumping

Your Body Has the Recipe for Success, Extreme Sports Just Give it a Little Push

Hormones our body absolutely loves are endorphins, dopamine and serotonin. Some of those are released during a proper workout and some – under pressure of any kind. We could then safely say that taking risks is in our DNA. Overcoming obstacles like managing to land in one piece after an insane motorcycle jump gives not only that rush of adrenaline but also a sense of achievement. Believe it or not, the latter too is a natural response of the body and can be explained with biochemistry. Simply put, our system is programmed to reward itself for its achievements, after all the initial drive for us pursuing new heights is success makes us feel good.

Those places may be potentially dangerous to your well-being and are not recommended for mass tourists, adventure travellers, not even thinking of the women backpackers. Learn what may be the reasons and potential harms in this short article of the top 5 risky destinations around the world.

Danakil Desert, Ethiopia

Commonly known as the Danakil Depression, this desert is a contestant for the warmest destination on the globe with average temperatures of approximately 35 °C. Now, you certainly know why they call it a ‘depression’. Joke aside, the real reason for this depression to form is that the area is where three tectonic plates gather together.

Let the climate alone but the ethnic group of Cushitic peoples, a nomadic tribe, actually lives there. Besides, the burning sun, the region gets between 100 and 200 mm of rain each year. Translated into cooking terms, 100mm is about 0.2 out of the teaspoon volume. Moreover, the area is under the sea level… if the Netherlands is only about 6.7 meters below sea level, the Ethiopian desert go as low as 118.3m below than the Netherlands. You could also find lava lakes at night and ‘extremophile’ microbes.

Boa Viagem Beach, Brazil

The Boa Viagem beach coast, spread in a city of Recife, is a well-known area but also one of the most hostile places for the sun-sea-sand practitioners. Well, only if you omit the sea in this formula. For the past 10 years, 56 shark attacks occurred, half of which had a mortal result. Despite the caution signs, a Brazilian girl from San Pao is the most recent catch of the sharks. The lifeguards though passed away later.

It seems like the shark issue is the end result of the Suape port in the city, built in the late ’90s. During the construction, the estuaries of the river were drained, and long docks created. The estuaries were the area where sharks hunted and bred. Therefore, the construction of the port, lead them straight to Recife beach.

Caracas, Venezuela

There is no wonder that Venezuela is on the list, as only 17% of people living there have actually stated that they feel safe walking around the neighbourhood at night. An activity that Europeans may sometimes take for granted. Compared to the UK’s respondents in the survey, 80% claimed that they felt protected when roaming at night. The most frequent issues relate to people being either mugged or assaulted, their property/money is stolen, or locals are mistrusting the police authorities. Due to the reasons above, major investors like Coca Cola and General Motors have factories shut down, and the economy seems to be on a constant deterioration cycle.

The Kokoda And Black Cat Trails, Papua New Guinea

This trek is definitely neither for the faint heart nor for brave souls. The climate is defined by hot and humid subtropical conditions. It takes six days of hiking, climbing and swimming to complete the Black Cat track. Peculiarities of the hike include, but not limited to, dehydration, broken bones, illnesses and possible death/ kidnap by a savage tribe roaming the forests with machetes.

Skellig Islands, Ireland

The cliffs became known after the footage of the most recent Star Wars movie. Also, the island is declared a cultural heritage following the UNESCO’s protection policies. Nonetheless, the landscape views from the top and the-grass-is-always-greener steep hills may require physically fit tourists, willing to take the risk.

The ocean waves can be extremely high around this portion of land which makes it difficult to reach. Boats often deny transportation due to the strong winds and being unable to get closer to the island as the sea is always rough. This trip is definitely not recommended for people with sea-sickness.

Still, if you consider any of those destinations to visit, learn here why we take risks in our already complex lives.

Love might be unconditional but I challenge you to transform your Valentine into a really risky holiday filled with a subtle hint of romance, of course. You will only need your loved one, a little bit of experience with the online casino bets, and a good camera.

Make a gift to your significant other and say it’s a romantic holiday from your casino’s VIP membership.

The English online casinos offer so many tempting promotions and privileges that it’s sometimes difficult to find the best one. Well, if you happen to play a lot, you should already participate in a VIP membership. Well, if you want to prepare something extraordinary for the next Valentine’s day and you don’t know what to be the perfect excuse – I got an idea! Why not book a romantic holiday to the Maldives or Miami, for example, and say to your loved one that it is a gift from your casino’s VIP membership? A trip to the exotic Miami will offer you so many things to do on Valentine’s day that you may need to book a room for a full romantic week.

Play romantic video slots together with your loved one.

If the online casino games (and especially the video slots) are one of the favourite hobbies of your beloved, then you are luckier than you think you already are. There is a wide range of authentic and modern romantic slots that can be enjoyed in an even wider variety of English online casinos. I told you that Erma’s blog is all about the various sorts of bets and gambling platforms in the UK, so we couldn’t go without it. That said, the newest and perhaps sweetest romantic video slot that I know is ‘Immortal Romance’ by Microgaming. It is a real risk to play in the company of your object of affection, so we would rather go for smaller wagers and we will enjoy this slot for a longer time. I think Microgaming have a couple of other romantic video slots that can be found at the English online casinos. These are ‘Starlight Kiss’ and ‘Secret Romance’. For a dessert – I could recommend you NextGen’s ‘Doctor Love’ slot or ‘Dr Lovemore’ by Playtech. They are truly amazing too!

Take a romantic photo in front of a romantic castle while playing at your favourite mobile casino.

Just make sure the service is ok in some of the remotest places in the UK and Wales and you that have your favourite casino app on your phone. Luckily, most English online casinos can load without the need of downloading special software, so it should be just fine. Then, take your sweetheart to some of the most romantic ancient castles in Carmarthenshire, such as Carreg Cennen and Llansteffan. Another great choice for taking romantic pics is a walk to the castle of Northumberland or the Blenheim Palace. Or a romantic tour through the shaded trails in the Sherwood Forest might be a better idea?

So far so good. Hope you now have three risky and extraordinary ideas that can be easily transformed into ridiculously romantic things to do on Valentine’s day. You should try at least one and it will become an unforgettable Valentine gift for you and your number one!

Thanks for stopping by, everyone and welcome to my blog! My name is Erma Foster and as of now, this will be an online gambling dedicated space focused on discussing the latest and top UK online casino buzz. If you like to learn more about me and the future post I have planned for this project, just keep on reading.

I am currently living in Plymouth and I run a fresh produce shop as my full-time job. I know selling apples and online wagers don’t have much in common, but I believe having your own business and gambling look and feel very much alike. I enjoy risk and managing my own business more than anything in this world. What I’ve come to discover over the last few years is that practicing risk-taking and bankroll management are the two milestones of successful and healthy gambling. Even though, I play mostly for fun, having discipline is what I always preach mostly about because this is what has helped me most in both business and gambling. My 5-year experience with all sorts of online bets and the tonne of reviews as a guest author on various gambling platforms have brought the idea of a personal blog to life. I have the practice, I’ve tested and reviewed almost every strategy, and I have dug down deep into the psychology of the gambling brain. You can expect a lot of gambling-related topics, reviews of the latest and best online casino bonuses, my current and all-time favourite games, strategies and tricks to winning more and losing less. Join the English Risk Members Blog and stay tuned for my upcoming undertakings.

Welcome on board and I hope you will find it helpful and loaded with curious topics.

I’ve always been fascinated with how the human brain works, why do we do what we do. Believe it or not, there is a subconscious or conscious reason for each little daily step we take. And while it’s a no-brainier why people love to travel, sleep or eat good food, it’s not so easy to know why others love to jump off cliffs, airplanes, swimming with sharks or just place bold risky bets. In the next paragraphs, I will make sure to give you the reason behind each risky move we do and explain why it feels so damn good.

The Chemistry of Joy

And, yes! The secret lies somewhere deep in the chemistry of our brains. To be more precise, the secret behind all gamble actions is DOPAMINE. If you’re not familiar, this is the brain’s feel-good chemical responsible for making all of us feel happy. The pleasure cell sits somewhere in the mid-brain and provides you with that zest for life, a good mood, and motivation. Luckily for us, it’s the most extensively studied neurotransmitter, simply because it is linked to many aspects of the human behaviour. The more active dopamine system we have, the more risks we are willing to take. That is why people react differently to various risk opportunities, some hate and avoid it while others seem to depend on it as the air they breathe. And when it comes to gambling, there are two alternatives. Many studies show that expecting a win increases the dopamine level while expecting a loss, decreases it. Even though it sounds logical, both of these generate more taking chances.

Uncertainty is Attractive

Although this statement is 100% valid in all aspects of life, gambling is that activity which seems to make it easier for me to understand. Here is the short version – unexpected rewards are always way more tempting than anything else. The brain’s response to those is much greater than those you’ve been preparing or waiting for long. The uncertain outcome is exciting as opposed to predictable wins which lose some of their shine because of how easy they come. Just like in a detective movie, the storyline keeps you intrigued until the very end when the killer is finally revealed. People love this mystery filled circumstances and there’s nothing to prove that wrong apparently.

The Winner Effect

If you’ve never heard of The Winner Effect, I highly recommend reading Ian Robertson’s book with the same title. It will give you an insight of how the brain reacts to success and failure and how winning changes the chemistry of the brain making us smarter and more focused. The physical and mental changes are transforming us to be both, confident and aggressive at the same time. In general, knowing the science behind why we love to risk, and win is something everyone who loves to gamble must read. Coming from my experience, it will give you a power you never knew you had.