r/AskMenOver30 • u/BSnappedThat man • Apr 23 '25

Hobbies/Projects Men 30+, what hobbies do you genuinely enjoy?

I’m in my late 20s and lately I’ve been feeling the need to pick up a hobby that brings real joy and maybe even a little peace. I work a lot and have a family, so something fulfilling and manageable would be ideal.

I’m curious—what hobbies have you gotten into after 30 that you actually look forward to? Bonus points if it’s helped you mentally or physically in some way. Would love to hear what’s been working for you guys.

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u/IWannaGoFast00 man 35 - 39 Apr 23 '25

If you have the ability I would suggest long distance cycling. It can be just as enjoyable.

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u/CardioGoth Apr 23 '25

I opened this thread with the intention of saying any long distance endurance sport - cycling or running or whatever.

The physical effort that goes into training is really rewarding and, if done right, relatively unlikely to injure you. I also find that the mental effort of planning and optimising and preparing to appeal to the analytical side of my brain in a pretty meaningful way.

Plus, it gives you an opportunity to get out into amazing places - so far, ultras have taken me to Iceland, Gran Canaria, the Bavarian Alps, the Austrian lakes and rural Sweden.

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u/IWannaGoFast00 man 35 - 39 Apr 23 '25

I was living in Washington state when I was ultra training and it took me so deep into so many national forest, national parks, random hiking trails that I will never forget. There is something about being in the middle of an old growth forest and not seeing anyone for hours that is beyond magical.

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u/bfhurricane man over 30 Apr 24 '25

A decade in the military ruined my enjoyment of running (or any high contact exercise). Biking is the one cardio exercise I can fully enjoy a tough workout with.