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Hobbies aren’t just for people with too much time on their hands. Having a hobby gives you an outlet that can not only soothe those “after work” nerves but can give you a sense of fulfillment and open you up to meeting new people. True, there are plenty of hobbies out there that men avoid because of stereotypes and stigma but even men can find an added level of happiness through the pursuit of a hobby. This list of machismo approved hobbies maybe just that thing to add some interest to your boring daily routine.
1. Rock Climbing
This hobby is not for the faint of heart. If you crave something extreme rock climbing should top your list. It is physically demanding, gives you an incredible view, and is a hobby that is sure to impress.
2. Take up an Instrument
There is just something about a musician that makes the ladies swoon. Learn to play an instrument like a guitar or saxophone and give yourself an automatic mystique. Besides that, it can also be a very expressive outlet and can even open doors to other fun ventures. Once you get your skill mastered, playing local gigs or forming a band can be exciting.
3. Craft Beer Brewing
If you are a beer fan and have ever thought of flavor improvements after sipping your favorite brew, look into putting together your own home brewery. There is a whole community of craft beer enthusiasts to meet and learn from. Then the next time you have company over you can impress them with your own personal beer creation.
4. Community Service
Not all hobbies have to be for some type of personal gain. Whether it is feeding the homeless in a soup kitchen, building homes in less fortunate communities, donating your time to assist the elderly, or taking care of animals in need, volunteer work and community service will allow you to positively impact the lives of others. If doing some selfless sort of work does not give your life a sense of purpose and fulfillment, nothing will.
5. Run Marathons
A multifaceted hobby to try is running marathon races. To succeed at these races, you will spend time training which will give your physique some attention. You can pick and choose which marathons or runs to participate in so it is easy to prepare for them and fit them around your schedule. Often times runs benefit charities too, so while you are out there having fun, you are also doing something that helps charitable organizations.
6. Martial Arts
Balance your mind, body, and soul by learning a martial art. Physically, training your body will give you strength and balance. Martial arts can help calm your mind and studies have even shown it to help with depression and anxiety. Of course, you cannot overlook the fact that it can also be a means of defending yourself if there was ever a need for it.
7. Collecting
Take a step back into those nostalgic years when the excitement of adding to your growing collection after ruthlessly hunting for a key piece was glorious. It may be a bit easier now to start and build a collection by using the internet but the satisfaction of collecting remains nonetheless. Websites like Hobby Master can get you well on your way to rekindling that passion for collecting. Hobby Master has a plethora of classic collectibles to choose from that can awaken your inner-child.
8. Boxing
A little less graceful than martial arts but physically demanding and no doubt manly, boxing is a great way to let out all that pent up energy. I mean really- it is rough, intense, and straight-up primal. You may not become the next heavy-weight champ, but your health and self-esteem will really get pumped.
With the day to day grind constantly filling much of your plate, a hobby is a great way to find an escape. It can open exciting new adventures, introduce you to new and interesting people who share similar interests, and even help you become healthier physically and mentally. There are options for the extreme seekers, the culturally inclined, and even those looking for a way to give back to others. Whatever you choose, a hobby can a most fulfilling activity for even the manliest of men.
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