101 Hobbies for Men to Add Happiness to Your Life

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Looking for some hobbies to add to your life?

Or perhaps you simply want to try out new things?

Many men are fond of exciting and thrilling hobbies. Life is often boring for them when they keep on doing the same things over and over.

In this post, we have gathered 101 hobbies for men who want to spice up their game and add happiness to their lives.

Having a hobby doesn’t just give you something to do to kill time—it can actually give you a sense of purpose and fulfillment.

If you want to increase your happiness and achieve your best potential, read on and see which hobby best suits your personality.

(Side note: One proven way to improve your happiness and life satisfaction is to focus on goals that truly matter. To get started, check out this FREE printable worksheet and a step-by-step process that will help you set effective SMART goals.).

Sports & Adventure

1. Martial Arts

Martial arts are codified forms of ancient fighting techniques. They usually come from Asian countries and are taught for a number of reasons, like self-defense and military enforcement. Some forms of martial arts include judo, jiu-jitsu, karate, and taekwondo.

Highly practical and useful, learning martial arts has a lot of benefits. You won’t just have a new hobby to pass time—you will also learn how to defend yourself.

For beginners, Udemy offers a basic course about martial arts. You can try signing up for this class while figuring out what the best style of martial arts is for you.

2. Boxing

If you are looking for a hobby that helps you lose some weight and build strong muscles, boxing might be right for you. It is a great workout, as it involves full-body exercise.

Like martial arts, boxing is a good form of self-defense. When you are knowledgeable about proper fighting techniques, you feel more confident and secure.

Here’s a comprehensive beginner’s guide you can use to start your boxing regimen.

3. Running

Running is by far the easiest hobby (and sports exercise) to start. You just need a good pair of running shoes and other running gear and you are all set.

We all know the benefits of running, both physically and mentally. So why not make it a hobby and start being healthy?

Want to start running but don’t know how to do it? Here’s an article that may help you.

4. Weightlifting and Bodybuilding

Popular hobbies amongst men, bodybuilding and weightlifting can help you stay healthy and get into shape. Register for a gym membership and look for a good trainer, and you will be confident that you are going about it properly.

Here’s a 12-week beginner guide for those who want to engage in bodybuilding, and here is a 4-week workout program for those who want to start weightlifting.

5. Car Racing

Maybe you dreamed of it when you were a child, or perhaps you can’t get enough of those car racers on TV. Or maybe you just like the intensity of driving at full speed while competing with your best bud. If that’s the case, then you might want to try car racing.

This hobby may be a little bit expensive, especially if you want to be serious about it—but if you have the time and money to pursue it, why not give it a try?

To learn more about how to engage in car racing, here’s a post from WikiHow.

6. Motorcycle Riding

Just like car racing, motorcycle riding gives you that adrenaline rush that many people crave. It’s fun, intense, challenging, and daring—just the right amount of danger.

For beginners who would like to engage in motorcycle riding and racing, here are some good tips.

7. Target Shooting

Target shooting can be intimidating and quite challenging for some, but what’s more manly than being able to properly manage guns?

If you want to engage in target shooting but do not know how, here’s a good start from The Good Men Project.

8. Hiking & Backpacking

You don’t need to have prior experience to start hiking and backpacking. These are two hobbies you can absolutely do without training, as long as you have a basic level of fitness.

Practice your survival skills and start exploring the wilderness—invite your friends to go on a trip where you can appreciate the beauty of nature.

To start your hiking hobby, here are essential hiking tips you might want to consider.

9. Off-Roading

Off-roading is driving on unsurfaced tracks made from sand, mud, riverbeds, and rocks. This is a fun and exciting hobby if you are someone who loves the rush and a bit of danger. You just need to have the right kind of vehicle and a map of the location you plan to explore.

Here’s a basic beginner’s guide for those who want to start off-roading.

10. Rock Climbing

This hobby requires a lot of energy and physical stamina. You don’t just rely on the hardness of the rock and the quality of the rope—you also need to trust your muscles and grip strength.

For rock climbing beginners, here’s a list of tips from The Adventure Junkies.

11. Bouldering

If you enjoyed rock climbing, then you might also get hyped up by bouldering, which is technically a more extreme form of rock climbing. When we say extreme, we actually mean more dangerous, as you climb smaller rocks, but without the help of a safety rope.

For more information about bouldering and how to start it, check out this post from Mpora.

12. Snowboarding or Skiing

Skiing and snowboarding are both great winter activities. They are good hobbies and workouts for both men and women but can get a little expensive.

If you want to learn how to snowboard or ski, check this article from WikiHow.

13. Surfing

Surfing can be addictive, particularly for those who love the beach life. Once you start this hobby, you might find it difficult to quit. But no worries…there’s no reason to stop!

Want to try surfing but don’t know how to start? Here’s a beginner’s course by Tomy Atkins from Udemy.

14. Windsurfing

If you want to try a different kind of surfing, windsurfing is a water sport that is a combination of surfing and sailing. It can be a very exciting hobby, and can be practiced both in the ocean and on inland bodies of water.

Just make sure you learn the basics of windsurfing, and invite your friends to do it with you for safety purposes.

15. Fencing

Fencing is a sword-fighting technique that uses a foil (a thin, stainless steel sword). This sport develops both your physical stamina and mental focus. It is a good hobby that teaches you how to strategize.

If you would like to try fencing, you might want to read this post first.

16. Horseback Riding

This can be a pretty expensive hobby, as you need a horse to do it. Horses can be costly, and taking care of them can involve a lot of work.

We recommend checking out the nearest stable and hiring a rider to teach you. Then, you can decide if horseback riding is something that suits your tastes or not.

For information and tips about horseback riding, you can check out this post.

17. Mountain Biking

It may seem easy, especially if you already know how to bike, but mountain biking is actually an extreme sport that requires practice and expertise.

Here’s a list of tips you can read to prepare yourself for the sport.

18. River Rafting or Kayaking

River rafting and kayaking are both exciting and unpredictable sports that immerse you in nature and the water.

River rafting requires great timing, physical stamina, and exceptional coordination with your raft mates. You can invite your friends who also enjoy thrilling activities to do this sport with you.

For more information about this hobby, check out this article from American Adventure.

19. Scuba Diving

Who doesn’t want to experience the beauty of the ocean and what lies underwater? Scuba diving is one of the best ways to do exactly that, which makes it a great hobby to pursue.

Check out this post to prepare for your first ever scuba diving excursion.

20. Paintballing

A hobby that gives you a rush while also allowing you to enjoy time with your friends or family, paintballing is pure fun and excitement. It’s not that dangerous, but getting hit by a paintball can hurt a bit, so you still need to prepare yourself.

Here’s a detailed and comprehensive guide for beginners.

21. Playing Chess

Want to develop your critical thinking and strategic skills? If so, then chess might be the perfect hobby for you. It doesn’t just help you pass time—it also improves your mental abilities like memory, problem-solving skills, focus, and concentration.

There’s no need to worry if you don’t know how to play chess. This guide from WikiHow will teach you. Practice makes perfect, so keep on playing.

22. Playing Pool or Billiards

Just like chess, playing pool or billiards can develop your mental abilities. In addition, these games are good ways to improve your social skills.

Here’s a comprehensive guide to playing billiards. Follow these steps and look for ways to apply what you have learned. To make the game more exciting, invite your friends for a bet—the loser pays the bill.

23. Traveling

Explore the world and meet new people from different places. Learn how cultures and languages differ from each other. Traveling can change the way you see the world, and help you appreciate life even more.

If you want to know more about traveling, visit this post and prepare for your first trip.

24. Urban Exploration

Are you fond of solving mysteries and visiting abandoned places? Or maybe historical landmarks interest you? If so, you should check out urban exploration.

There are many growing urban exploring communities out there—all you have to do is search for them (the Internet is a great place to start). You may also want to check out this post from Medium.com.

25. Live Action Role Playing

In live-action role-playing, you physically portray a character. It brings fictional characters to life in a real life setting.

For example, you can take part in a historical reenactment that brings a famous battle to life.

Along with historical reenactment, you can also bring your favorite board game, like Clue, to life.

When LARPing, you get to combine your acting and costuming skills. A true LARPer makes their own costumes.

26. Geocaching

Geocaching combines the old with the new. You can think of it as a modern-day treasure hunt.

In Geocaching, you use GPS to locate a cache hidden by someone else. Once you find the cache, sign the logbook and trade what you find inside for something else.

Geocaching allows you to get out and explore in an interesting way.

27. Bowling

If you’re looking for a fun hobby you can do with family and friends, you should take up bowling.

Bowling remains a popular sport, so you shouldn’t have trouble finding a bowling alley.

Since bowling requires precision and accuracy, going bowling often will improve your game. Eventually, you can join a bowling league if you want.

A word to the wise, some bowlers take it seriously. If you join a league, expect some serious competition.

28. Airsoft

If paintball isn’t exciting enough, you can take it up a notch with playing airsoft.

Airsoft weapons use plastic pellets and can be very realistic. 

Along with the weapons, you’ll want to purchase tactical gear. Once you’re geared up, you can join a team and participate in tournaments. 

Though, you may want to practice and strategize because many airsoft players are either current or veteran military members with extensive training. 

29. Birding

When you go birding, you observe birds out in nature. More importantly, birding requires that you actively go look for birds. In other words, you go to specific locations that are known habitats for a specific species of bird.

You can use the naked eye, or you can use binoculars.

If you’re looking for an interesting reason to travel, research interesting birds and create a list of their locales. Then, go birding and scratch birds off your list once you find them.

30. Slacklining

Slacklining refers to walking across a line strung up between two anchors. Think tightrope walking, but not as high.

Plus, slacklines aren’t as tight as a tightrope. The slack in the slackline creates a bounce effect.

With this bouncing, you can perform tricks on the slackline. In fact, slackline has become a favorite hobby on TikTok.

31. Obstacle Course Running

Obstacle courses add additional challenges to running. Not only do you compete against others in a race, but you also have to overcome the obstacles included in the course.

These can include ropes, monkey bars, or pits. 

In fact, mud running is a specific type of obstacle course where the greatest obstacle is mud and water. A mud run may have other obstacles, but everything is bathed in mud and water.

32. Parkour

The best way to think of parkour is to consider it an urban obstacle course. Parkour involves overcoming obstacles through natural movements, such as jumping, vaulting, balancing, climbing, and rolling. 

If you’ve ever seen someone jumping from building to building, you saw parkour. 

Now, when you participate in parkour, it doesn’t have to be as extreme as jumping from rooftop to rooftop. You can find a parkour course near you, or just create your own in your backyard.

33. Coaching a Kid’s Team Sport

What if you want to be outdoors enjoying a sport, but you can’t participate? You can coach a kid’s team sport, instead.

Coaching lets you be involved in a sport without having to play. Also, it provides you with a way to give back to the next generation of athletes.

34. Camping

Camping is great for getting away and disconnecting. While camping, you can destress as you reflect on your surroundings.

When not camping, you can spend time taking care of your gear, researching new camping sites, or buying new gear.

While camping, you can practice your survival skills or participate in other hobbies like hiking.

35. Noodling

Noodling is fishing with your hands. Actually, it’s fishing with your hands for catfish. Basically, noodling involves sticking your hand in the water to catch the catfish bare-handed. 

While this sounds simple, it can be difficult and painful. Catfish do tend to bite. Though noodling has been practiced for generations, it has recently become popular thanks to reality TV. 

You can go noodling on your own or enter a noodling competition.

Old but Gold

36. Hunting

Prehistoric yet still relevant, hunting is a good way to make the most of your time while bonding with a buddy or your family. You can do it with your father or grandfathers, and you may also pass the same hobby on to your children and grandchildren.

It is important to note that this hobby requires a permit. Make sure you get one before exploring the wilderness.

For more information on how to start your hunting experience, here’s a guide and checklist from Nature Sports Central.

37. Spearfishing

Unlike traditional fishing, spearfishing involves going underwater to hunt for fish and catching them using a spear gun. This hobby is a fun way to take your fishing game to the next level. Of course, you still need a fishing license to do it.

Here’s a beginner’s guide to proper spearfishing, and here are some tips you can use to prepare.

38. Fly Fishing

Fly fishing is similar to traditional fishing but requires a lot of practice and patience. A special rod is used to lure the fish. It is called “fly” fishing because the bait and technique make the fish think that there is an actual fly landing on the water.

Blue Ridge Mountain has compiled a complete guide for those who want to try fly fishing.

39. Blacksmithing

Fond of swords, armors, or anything made out of metal? Blacksmithing, the ancient art of metal forging, might be the perfect hobby for you.

Blacksmithing is an ancient art of metal forging, it's fun and only a few people know how to create art out of metal using their bare hands.

Only a few people know how to create beautiful pieces of art out of metal using their bare hands. Wouldn’t it be nice to join this elite group?

If you want to learn all the basics (and beyond) of blacksmithing, we suggest this article from the Art of Manliness.

40. Woodworking

Like blacksmithing, woodworking is an opportunity to shape something with your bare hands. This is a classic hobby for men who are good at working with tools and enjoy the feel of wood.

Woodworking can become more than a hobby, as some people also make a business out of it.

Here’s a wood carving course by Sharon Elliott at Udemy where you can start your woodworking experience.

41. Making Furniture or Upholstery

If you have already taken up wood carving, why not level up to making furniture and upholstery? You can learn the art of craftsmanship and create furniture using cheap materials.

Again, like woodworking, you can turn this hobby into a business once you get the hang of it. Check out more information in this post by Family Handyman.

42. Whittling

Whittling is also a form of wood carving, but more detailed. It can be a difficult hobby to master, especially since it requires a whole lot of patience. But it is doable!

With a passion to learn the skill, combined with consistent practice, this hobby can be a challenging yet satisfying activity for men.

Visit this article from Cool of the Wild to learn more about whittling.

43. Wheel Throwing

Wheel throwing is the art of creating ceramics through clay shaping (with your bare hands) on a spinning wheel. There are a lot of objects you can produce, including bowls, pots, decorations, and candlesticks.

To learn more about wheel throwing, check out this course by Trent Berning.

44. Picking Locks

These days, picking locks may longer be such a handy skill, as technology has taken security to another level. However, it is still a cool, impressive, unique skill that you might want to learn.

Learn more about the art of picking locks through this Udemy course from David La and Itay Cas.

45. Knife Making

Maybe you are more into old school stuff, like knives! If so, knife making could be a hobby for you.

Whether its a knife you want to use for cooking or one you will use for gardening, here’s a guide you can check out to study the art of knife making.

46. Stone Sculpting

If you don’t like wood, perhaps you’d be interested in working with stones or plastic? If so, you can try a different form of carving called stone sculpting.

This fun yet challenging hobby will surely give you a sense of satisfaction once you finish your first work of art. Here’s a WikiHow guide you can check out to start carving stones.

47. Wine Making and Home Brewing

If you enjoy alcohol, why not learn the art of winemaking and home brewing? We can assure you that while the process might be lengthy and time-consuming, it is worth it when you get to drink your own homemade beverages.

Here are beginner’s guides for winemaking and home brewing.

48. Archery

Being practiced for centuries, archery remains a timeless hobby for men. This may be because archery provides the best metaphor for success. You aim, shoot, and hit your target. 

While some men participate in archery as a sport, you can shoot a bow and arrow for fun in your own backyard. Whether you shoot with others or by yourself, make it relaxing by focusing on the target. 

Additionally, archery keeps your mind sharp and strengthens your upper body.

49. Star Gazing

Men have been looking to the stars since the beginning of time.

Whether you’re pondering the mysteries of the universe, nighttime navigation, or just enjoying the majestic beauty of nature, star gazing promotes tranquility.

Furthermore, you can engage your brain as you locate constellations and consider the stories behind them.

All you need is a good telescope. You can even take this hobby to the next level by expanding your collection of telescopes.

50. Golf

If you’re looking for a hobby that takes practice, you should take up golf.

While the rules are simple, mastering golf can be hard. It takes more than whacking at a ball to win at golf.

Golf allows you to be outdoors, move about, and spend time building connections with others.

Because it’s a low-impact sport, you get the benefits of being active without the risks of damaging your body that come with other sports.

51. Candle- Making

While candle-making was once a profession, it’s now a hobby. Moreover, it’s become an art.

Once you get the basics down, you can create your own designs. As you experiment with different ingredients, you flex your creativity.

Of course, you could turn your candle-making hobby into a side gig, or you can just give them away as personalized gifts. 

52. Leatherworking

Leatherworking takes both mental and physical ability. The mental side comes from the designs you create. Physically, it takes dexterity in your hands and strength in your arms.

Furthermore, it’s an easy hobby to start. You can pick up supplies at a local hobby store.

From these basic projects, you can increase your skills and take on more intricate projects.

Plus, you can make so many different leather goods that you can show off with pride.

53. Antique Picking

As a picker, you go antiquing with the intent of reselling the items to turn a profit.

A picker buys from individuals or auctions and resells to antique shops.

Picking gets you out into exploring different locations while looking for great finds that are desirable. Then, you have to go hawk your finds to antique shops.

In addition to getting out about, you get to make great connections as you make money.

54. Metal Detecting

Metal detecting uses a metal detector to hunt for buried metal. This could be anything from trash to rare and valuable coins

Many people detect metal on the beach, hoping to find pirate treasure that has long been lost and buried in the sand.

With a metal detector, you explore an area and discover what buried treasures you find. At the least, you can uncover buried metal and recycle it. Thus, you’re cleaning up the environment.

55. Woodburning

Woodburning involves creating artistic designs into wood using burn marks from a heated object.

You can either burn wood freehand, or you can follow a pattern drawn on the wood. Furthermore, your design can be as simple or intricate as you want.

Finally, the types of projects you can do with wood burning are numerous.

As you can see, woodburning allows you to be creative and grow in this hobby.

56. Sailing

Sailing connects you to the past. Before man ever used a motorboat, he used sails.

Also, sailing requires many different skills. You need strength and dexterity for tacking. Plus, you need navigational skills.

If you want to make your sailing competitive, you can enter races.

If not, you can just enjoy a relaxed day on the water.

57. Glass- Blowing

Glass blowing involves making glass art and glassware by blowing molten glass into a bubble with a blowpipe. Then, you shape the glass into what you want it to be.

Yes, glass blowing does require skill, but learning is part of the fun of the hobby.

As you get better, you’ll be able to make more creative designs.

By making glass-blowing your hobby, you’ll be part of a tradition that is centuries old.

Make Money

58. Investing

Whether it’s buying stocks or starting a business, an investment is always worth it (at least if you play it right). In addition to enjoying the hobby and watching your financial skills develop, you also get to earn real money.

But investing is not just about the cash and currencies. You can also invest in yourself through other means.

59. Programming

Programming can also earn you money and make a business out of it.

If you are a computer wiz, computer-related hobbies like programming are what you need.

Once you have mastered Python, JavaScript, and other advanced computer programming software, you can make a business out of it and offer your freelance services to those in need.

Here’s a Udemy course that can help you learn basic programming.

60. Coding

Similar to programming, learning how to code is a perfect hobby for the computer geniuses out there. It takes a lot of patience and keen observation, but if you have a good eye for details, why not give it a try?

Learn how to code with this Udemy course called Coding for Beginners.

61. Graphic Design

If you are a computer wiz and also an art protégé, graphic design might be right up your alley. Show the world how good your design skills are, and start a new career while you are at it.

Here’s another Udemy course where you can start improving your graphic design skills.

62. Electronics

Perhaps the light bulb in your child’s room isn’t working, or your wife’s lamp has died. Or maybe your mom called asking you to fix the TV cables because she can’t watch her favorite TV show. Do you call an electrician?

There’s no need if you’re knowledgeable about electronics. Explore this new hobby by replacing light bulbs, then graduate to fixing desk lamps, TV cables, and other electronic gadgets that may be found in your house.

Check out this article by Oyvind Nydal Dahl of Build Electronic Circuits to get started.

63. Tattooing

If you’ve have a talent for drawing and designing, and you enjoy the aesthetic of body art, why not try a daring hobby like tattooing?

This hobby can be a little tricky and requires careful sanitation since you are using a needle. But if you practice long enough you will eventually master the art of inking people’s bodies.

Here’s a quick guide from Tattooing 101.

64. Blogging or Vlogging

If your talent lies in writing or giving advice, you can try creating a blog and advertising it to the world. Not much of a writer, but would still like to blog? You can try vlogging instead.

Many bloggers out there started it as a hobby, but became so popular that they now make money through their social media influence.

65. Beekeeping

Bees are a vital part of the ecosystem. Bees pollinate plants and trees.

Therefore, many farmers pay beekeepers to bring their bees to their farms to aid in pollination.

In addition, some beekeepers offer swarm removal services. Since the bee population is critical, providing them a permanent home provides an alternative to extermination.

Of course, you can always sell the honey that your bees produce.

66. Dog Training

If you really love dogs, you can train dogs for a living.

You can keep it simple with obedience training, or you can offer specialized training such as therapy training or tracking training.

Dog training allows you to grow in your knowledge of dogs while making money.

Plus, you get to surround yourself with your furry friends.

Arts & Entertainment

67. Photography and Videography

There is only one thing you need to make this hobby work: a camera. Many people are into photography and videography, and find it fun to capture all the great and beautiful memories of their friends and loved ones.

If you’d like to know more about the basics of photography and videography, check out this link.

68. Theater Acting

Perhaps you have a passion for the theater and have always wanted to become an actor. This is your chance!. Get out there and look for local theater groups you can join. 

69. Podcasting

Podcasts are the new radio—and who doesn’t want to have their own radio show? It’s very easy to start a podcast—all you need is a recorder, a storyline, and a connection to the Internet.

Here’s a guide from LifeHacker about how to start your own podcast show.

70. Journaling or Writing

Writing in a journal is a good therapy for those who are having a hard time dealing with their emotions. It is believed to be one of the best stress relievers out there.

You may also try bullet journaling if you want to take a slightly different approach. This hobby is good for anyone, no matter where you are in life.

71. Magic Tricks or Card Tricks

Everyone loves magicians, and they are often the life of the party. Wouldn’t it be wonderful to be able to impress people with your magic and card tricks?

Basic sleight of hand is a good start when it comes to magic tricks. Keep on learning, practicing, and improving, and you will eventually be able to wow even your most cynical friends.

72. Stand-Up Comedy

If you have enough jokes or anecdotes in your bag, there’s no reason to keep them there—let the world laugh with you!

There are tons of bars and clubs where you can perform a stand-up comedy act. Look for these places and practice your skills.

[See the top 27 funny podcasts to listen to and enjoy!]

73. Learn a New Language

Learning a new language requires a lot of time and effort, but it sure is beneficial. Not only will it help you improve your mental abilities, but it will also help you navigate and connect when you travel abroad.

There are many apps and websites that teach foreign languages. The most famous, however, is DuoLingo, for its free features.

74. Playing Electronic Music

If you are musically inclined and would like to take this hobby in a new direction, electronic music might be of interest.

Experiment with all your resources—old and new songs, complex beats, bass drops, and other musical elements.

75. Collecting Records and Vinyls

For those guys who simply love music, listening to and feeling the songs is often the best part. But for those who are into the classic, old school experience, the scent of vinyl records is priceless.

If you are one of those guys who love to enjoy their music on vintage equipment, collecting vinyl records could be the hobby for you.

Indoor Activities

76. Cooking and Grilling

Women love men who cook, so go ahead and impress your woman with how tasty your food is. And don’t just learn how to cook—make your recipe perfect, so she won’t be able to resist.

If you want to explore further, try grilling and smoking as well. Aside from the fact that grilled and smoked meat is delicious, it is also healthier than actually having to use oil and other unhealthy condiments.

Here is a beginner’s guide for those who want to try smoking meat at home like an expert.

77. Reading

Cognitively speaking, we know that reading brings a lot of benefits. But did you know that it has tons of advantages physiologically as well?

Reading is one of the most powerful hobbies, as it relaxes your body while stimulating your mind. Besides, it is practically free, so there’s no need to spend a lot of money.

78. Gardening

There are expert studies that have proven that gardening can bring mental benefits, such as reducing the risk of dementia and decreasing the chances of mental illness.

Plus, everyone loves having beautiful flowers and delicious vegetables right outside their door.

If you want to start gardening but do not know how, here’s a comprehensive guide to explore.

79. Coffee Roasting

Coffee is always better when shared with family and friends. But what makes it even more special is when you are the one who roasted it.

The National Coffee Association has published an article for coffee lovers to help them roast coffee properly. Make sure to read it and follow the steps provided.

80. Restoring Classic Cars

Probably one of the most rewarding hobbies for men who love driving and wrenching, restoring classic cars gives you a great sense of fulfillment. Once you are done and cruising in your cherry ride, your confidence is sure to hit a new level.

This hobby requires extensive knowledge in mechanics. Fortunately, if you are not highly skilled in this area, there are always courses and trainings that can help you learn.

For instance, you can check out this post from HoltsAuto that gives tips and advice for beginners.

81. Crossword Puzzles and Board Games

These hobbies are a great way to kill time, and they also give you a feeling of accomplishment after completion.

Moreover, studies show that answering crossword puzzles and playing board games prevents the risk of mental illnesses like dementia and Alzheimer’s.

82. Volunteering

Volunteering is a great way to meet new people, help others, and feel good about yourself.

If you are looking to spend time inside, you can volunteer in animal shelters or other indoor shelters that need assistance.

But you can also volunteer outdoors through community activities, university events, and other causes.

83. Drawing or Painting

Drawing or painting provides a great way to relax by doing something you love. As you quietly create art, your stress level decreases.

Moreover, drawing or painting allows you to be creative and expressive at the same time.

Making your ideas come to life on the page can be therapeutic because it allows you to visually express your emotions.

Plus, when you draw or paint, you’re giving your brain a workout that will benefit you in other aspects of your life.

84. Model Cars

What if you don’t have the time or money you need to rebuild a car? You can build model cars, instead.

If you have a few spare hours on the weekend, you can put together a model car. Then, you can paint the model to look just like the real thing.

Once you get started, you can curate your collection of model cars.

If you’re not into cars, there are other models you can collect. For example, you can collect model trains, ships, or planes.

85. Tying Flies

Tying flies refers to making the flies used for fly fishing. It’s called tying flies because you actually tie materials like a feather to the hook to make it look like a small insect.

When you can’t get out to fly fish, you can spend time tying flies, instead.

Tying flies takes skill and dexterity. As you become better, you can make more intricate-looking flies.

Avid fly fishermen tie their own flies. It’s a badge of honor you can display to other fishermen.

86. Beard Grooming

Beards are not only fashionable; they're part of a lifestyle. 

More than that, it’s a growing industry. The number of beard products has grown in past years. You have to put effort into having a stylish beard.

As you grow it out, you can change the style as it grows just like women do with their hair.

If you take pictures of your beard in different stages and in different settings, you can create a social media profile just for your beard.

87. Dancing

Dancing as a hobby will help you build confidence while being active. This happens as you learn new dances and practice.

If you want variety, build up your dance repertoire. Change it up by adding some salsa or swing dancing.

You can take your dancing hobby to the next level by entering competitions or making TikToks.

88. Online Learning

Online learning provides you with a way to learn a new skill without having to leave home. On the other hand, if you want to change your surroundings, you can learn online from anywhere you have an internet connection.

In addition, online learning comes in so many different forms. You can learn from YouTube videos, online learning platforms, or fully developed college courses.

Basically, there’s online learning to fit every budget and level desired. Just choose what you want to learn and get started.

89. Genealogy

Discovering your ancestors can be interesting. Genealogy connects you to the past.

Not only can you trace your family history, but you can trace somebody else’s for them.

There are so many advancements in genealogy, including DNA kits and online genealogy platforms.

As you trace your family tree backward, you can gather the information into a book to pass on to future generations.

90. Cosplay

In costume play, or cosplay, you dress up as your favorite characters. It could be your favorite character from fantasy movies, comic books, or anime.

Along with the popular characters, cosplayers pride themselves on cosplaying obscure characters because they require more effort.

Cosplayers not only dress in character, but they act in character.

You can cosplay for parties or for conventions. Wherever you cosplay, be prepared to spend money on your outfits if you want them done right.

91. Darts

When most people think of darts, they think of a bar activity, which isn’t always true. Yes, people sometimes throw darts in a bar, but you can throw darts at home, too.

Actually, your dart throwing will improve if you practice at home. Throwing darts requires skill and accuracy.

If you want to test your skills, enter tournaments.

92. Singing

If you enjoy singing, make it a hobby.

You don’t have to take professional lessons to improve your singing. You can learn online. Also, there are some great singing apps that will help you improve your singing.

You can sing alone or in a group. For example, enjoy a night of karaoke. It doesn’t have to be perfect, just fun.

93. Video Games

Video games can be a great way to spend your time, relax, and connect to others.

In fact, you can make connections through gaming whether you’re in the same room or not. With online gaming and streaming, the gaming community is ever-expanding.

Moreover, gaming involves more than just playing video games. There are competitions and conventions, too.

94. Collecting

Collecting involves finding, collecting, and displaying items that are of interest to you.

You can collect traditional items like coins, stamps, comic books, or baseball cards.

On the other hand, you can collect items that stand out, like movie memorabilia or rare books.

Honestly, you can find enjoyment in collecting whatever interests you. The point is that you surround yourself with something that brings you joy.

95. Researching

Researching is similar to collecting, but you collect information instead of objects.

Research involves investigating something that interests you and learning more about it.

You can produce a project out of it like a presentation or a blog post, or you can just research for your own personal gain.

If you have a natural curiosity and want to know more about something, turn it into a hobby.

96. Card Games

You can do more with cards than just card tricks. You can also play card games.

For example, you can make playing poker your hobby. Also, you can learn various card games.

Card games are a great hobby to pursue with someone else. Join a bridge club, or just have friends over for a Rummy night.

To up your game, do your research and practice.

Thus, card games can be a simple and easy hobby to pursue.

97. Board Games

Do you remember the board games you played as a child? Maybe you played Monopoly.

These board games are now collector’s items, especially for limited edition games. Therefore, you can make collecting board games a hobby.

On the other hand, if you want to do more than look at them, you can open them up and play.

Buying new games is a great way to introduce variety into your leisure time.

Plus, you can take one along with you wherever you go.

98. Knitting

Knitting doesn’t just have to be a woman’s hobby. It’s time to challenge that notion. Men knit!

In fact, men’s knitting clubs are popping up all over the place.

Knitting requires dexterity in your fingers plus an eye for detail. Plus, you can wear your creation, or be thoughtful and give it away as a gift. 

99. Fantasy sports

If you’re a sports fan and can’t get enough sports, you should join a fantasy sports league.

In fantasy sports, you create a fantasy team drafted by real-life professional players. Then, you compete against others based on how your team performed in real life that week.

To play, you can either create your own league amongst your friends, or you can join online leagues.

While some people pay to play, you can just do it for fun.

100. Making Cheese

People have been making cheese forever.

Moreover, cheese is loved by so many different people groups. Just think about the different flavors of cheese from all over the world.

Once you learn the basics, making different types of cheese is as simple as learning the recipe. Making your own cheese, you can add flavor to your meals. Also, you can make your own charcuterie board and impress your friends and family

101. Yoga or Meditation

Many people think of yoga and meditation as “feminine” hobbies, but the truth is they are for everybody. In fact, many of the original yogis and gurus were men! Both yoga and meditation are beneficial for your mind and body due to their calming and relaxing effect.

To learn more about yoga, check out this post. If you’d like to try meditation, here’s a complete guide.

Final Words

We hope that you were able to identify which of these hobbies best fit your personality and preferences. You can choose one or many, but make sure you have enough time for each hobby you start, plus your other commitments.

Keep in mind that hobbies are meant to help you relax. If they don’t add happiness to your life, then there’s no reason to do them! Find something you love, and dive into it. You might be surprised where your new hobby takes you!

Finally, one proven way to improve your happiness and life satisfaction is to focus on goals that truly matter. To get started, check out this FREE printable worksheet and a step-by-step process that will help you set effective SMART goals.