Looking for hobbies as an active senior man? Staying active and engaged in your golden years is essential for good health and mental clarity. Older men, especially, may be prone to depression if their lifestyle is idle. Hobbies grant us purposes and goals, and in many cases keep us active both in body and mind. Hobbies are also a great way to socialize, which helps keep depression at bay. If you are an active senior man, certain hobbies can also be a great way to get out of the house and keep up an active lifestyle. Here are 5 hobbies for a senior man to try.
Walking
Walking is a simple, fuss-free way to keep active. The great part about walking is that it’s so versatile – it can suit almost all activity levels and needs. If you’d like some time to refresh and clear your mind, a walk out in the evening is perfect to both appreciate nature and get active. If you or your family have a dog, walking keeps you both occupied and lets you enjoy each other’s company. If you’re looking for some socialization, a walking group is a perfect way to keep active with friends.
Gardening
Gardening has been shown to boost mental clarity and wellbeing. Spending time out in nature on a productive activity can do wonders for the mind. Gardening also has physical benefits as it involves light to moderate physical activity. Gardening also helps increase exposure to Vitamin D, which helps regulate mood and decreases the chance of depression. Just remember to keep protected from the sun!
Volunteering
When you become an active volunteer for a cause you’re passionate about, it adds purpose to your daily life. Your golden years provide the gift of time that you can wield into making the world a better place. Look up local causes that matter to you and volunteer if you’re able. Volunteering keeps you physically active a lot of the time, and it also brings you closer to your community.
Bird Watching
This is another great hobby to keep you immersed in nature. Equal parts relaxing and educational, bird watching is a wonderful hobby for an active senior man. Paying active attention in a natural space both soothes the mind and sharpens it. There is also a mediative aspect to bird watching that helps with mood regulation. Bird watching is a hobby that gives you the chance to deeply appreciate the natural world. Perhaps you can bring along the grandkids as well!
Fishing
Like bird watching, fishing is a hobby that keeps you rooted to the natural world. Fishing is great because it is also a hobby that produces tangible results. It also keeps the mind active while anchoring the body in a meditative state.
Always Keep Active
Moving into your golden years gives you opportunities to find new ways to keep active. Rittenhouse Village At Portage always ensures that our residents have the chance for a rich and active life. Our Dimensions Health & Fitness program gives you plenty of opportunities to keep physically fit, while our Connections Transportation program makes sure that you never have to worry about keeping your appointments for your hobbies.
