Achieving a perfect balance between work life and personal life has become extremely difficult these days. If you have your dream job, you should give all your soul, heart, passion, energy and time into it. But, if your work doesn't give you the lust you're looking for, yet you're working late nights, overtime and on weekends, you should strive to make the most out of your free time. To do so, you need to find some hobbies that will give you a thrill and make you happy.

Your mind and body are probably capable of working extra hours and handling work pressure, but it doesn't mean that your work needs to become your whole life. And since you are in your 20s, there is a whole lot of fun things you can do to make your life outside work awesome. All you need is an idea and great friends. If your friends are indeed great, let us give you some great hobby ideas for men in 20s that will certainly provide you with extra fun.

Hiking

Hiking is the best hobby a man can have, whether in 20s or late 40s. This activity rejuvenates your soul, enhances your stamina, provides you with fresh air and is great for shaping up your body. All you need is a pair of quality shoes, an inviting place to explore and your friends. You may be lucky enough to find a completely unspoiled soil and there's no better way to get in touch with nature's beauty.

Play Music

Maybe not everyone has been blessed with a musical talent, but everyone should at least try to play music. The synonym for music is magic, because what it does to our bodies and minds can be only described with that word. There are many different types of musical instruments, but they all have the same benefits, such as reducing stress, boosting mood and preventing depression. While learning how to play an instrument may take a few years, it is an affordable, incredibly fun and rewarding hobby.

Running

Usually, people don't run until they get a few extra pounds, but when they do, they run, they lift weights, they eat clean and what not. But that doesn't mean you have to wait until you have some extra pounds to start running; running is a hobby for all. Put your shoes on and head towards your nearest park. This hobby is the only one with so many benefits for both your mental and physical health: it increases good cholesterol levels, helps in losing weight, lowers the risk of getting blood clots, boosts your immunity, relieves stress, strengthens your legs, prevents depression and much more.

Travel

Traveling is a great way to expand your horizons and see the world with different eyes. You will meet new cultures and new religions and become acquainted with a new language, which can definitely change your perspective of the world. If you have the means, don't start saving money in your 20s, but rather spend them on traveling around the world. Traveling can help you grow emotionally and enhance your ability to see the difference between you and other individuals.

Learn a Foreign Language

Whether you're about to travel around the world or not, learning a foreign language is a great hobby for men in their 20s. Many of us have failed to establish a communication with a person from a foreign country and if you're about to visit other countries, be ready for more of that. But not if you learn a new language. German, Dutch, Chinese, Japanese, Polish, Norwegian or Arabic, it doesn't matter, as long as you're putting yourself into it. However, learning a new language takes time, patience and a lot of effort, but it is highly rewarding.