Recreation is an important process that helps refresh and reinvigorate both the body and mind. Most recreational activities take place in what is known as discretionary time, or time that a person has when he does not have any responsibilities to attend to at the moment. Recreational activities can range from physical actions such as team sports to playing in the park or taking a hike in nature. They can also refer to exercise such as visiting the gym or running on a trail. These activities allow people to use their bodies and increase their levels of personal fitness for health-related reasons.