You see people biking up mountains in packs, heading to yoga with their mats, knitting scarves in the park, running into the sunset as you drive by, and meeting in coffee shops to discuss politics. You, in the meantime, are wearing a Snuggie on the couch binging on Netflix, but wishing you had something else to fill your time. You gather the extra snuggie fabric bunched around your legs, stand up and declare you will find a new hobby! But where to start? How can you possiblu hone in on the infinite amount of activities? We’ve compiled a list of 9 hobbies to try before you relapse back into your nightly Netflix binge session.

1. Running, biking, and beyond

It doesn’t matter if you live in the city or the mountains, running and biking are two incredibly accessible hobbies that can turn you into a weekend warrior or an everyday aficionado, and neither have a huge startup cost. Each offer the opportunity to get into solo sports or join a local group. And if you want to get more involved, you can venture into trail running, mountain biking, and even start racing.

2. Cooking, Canning, and Culinary Arts

Want a hobby that can give your taste buds a reward or that you can show off to your friends? Try picking up a cookbook and finding a recipe that gets your mouth watering. Try giving canning a shot, and you’ll get the tasty rewards in a few months. A little intimidated by just jumping into the culinary arts? Grab a friend and join a cooking class. They can give you a solid understanding of not just measurements and tips around the kitchen, but helpful info like how different ingredients bond.

3. Ink that page

Whether you’ve got three novels under your belt or your only writing experience was that college history class term paper, writing is a great way to expand your creativity in any setting. Get blogging, journaling, or start writing fictional short stories. If you want to take this to another level, join a group online or find a writing group that meets up in a local coffee shop to get feedback.

4. Learn a Language

There are plenty of ways to learn a language nowadays, from apps like Duolingo to places with lessons like the Morey Neighborhood Center. Learning a language is a great asset to your cognitive process, and is proven to build multitasking skills, improving your memory, and can help give you more cultural perspective.

5. Pole Dancing

Yup, we just said that. Pole dancing has become a popular form of working out that can increase both cardio and muscular strength. Not into the pole aspect? Just give dancing a shot. Whether you’re taking a swing dancing class or learning how to breakdance from Youtube, dancing is a great way to get moving.

6. Gardening

Head to the store and buy a few potted plants, build a raised planter bed, or clear out your entire yard. Gardening is a great way to reset mentally while getting a physical workout in, plus you get to reap the rewards through fresh produce, herbs, and beautiful flowers. What’s great about gardening is that you don’t need a yard to get started. You can start with a few pots inside your home.

7. Save the World

Okay, saving the world might be a bit much. But you can start off by helping your community through volunteering. Volunteering is an incredible way to get involved in your community, meet some new people, and change the lives of people (or animals) in your very own neighborhood. Volunteering can be anything from helping out at a food bank or animal shelter, to visiting a senior center or getting involved in a tutoring program at a nearby school.  

8. Knitting

Believe it or not, I feel like I’ve seen an increased number of knitters. On planes, buses, in the parks, and at coffee shops, knitters might be taking over. Or maybe they aren’t… who knows. Either way, knitting is a great way to relax while creating something beautiful. Bonus, you’ll have thoughtful gifts. Check out a class or grab needed materials and learn online.

9. None of the above?

Check out Dabble.com or meetup.com. These both list events and experiences in your area, from outdoors clubs to geocaching groups to welding classes, that can get you outside and trying something new while meeting new people along the way.