How Does Fantasy Sport Compare To Other Hobbies?

How Does Fantasy Sport Compare To Other Hobbies?

An astonishing 56.8 million people in the United States and Canada will play some form of fantasy sport in 2019. That puts it very high on the list of most popular hobbies in the world. When you spend up to 50 hours a week at work, finding a good quality hobby to enjoy in your downtime is vital, and it’s cool to see just where fantasy sports fall on the list of most popular global hobbies. If you’re trying to convince friends or family to join your fantasy sports league, or you’re simply looking for an entirely new hobby to enjoy, then this list of the most popular hobbies in the world could be all the inspiration you need.

Reading

Fun, cheap, and good for your brain, reading a book remains one of the most popular hobbies in the world. If you think that it won’t provide as much adrenaline or excitement as watching your team rise through the ranks, then you just haven’t read enough books.

Fishing

As one of the most popular leisure activities in the world, there’s a lot to enjoy about fishing. It’s relaxing and sedate, right up until you get a bite. Then you get the stress and adrenaline that keeps you coming back. Or you could just stick to fantasy fishing!

Gardening

There’s always going to be people who like to spend as much time outdoors as possible, and gardening is a great way of doing so. Get muddy and even break a sweat, but you’ll get a real sense of accomplishment when you’ve done the weeding and pruned the roses.

Sports

This is obviously a huge area of interest that covers a massive amount of activities. From fantasy sports to golf to football to hockey….the list of hobbies and sports available is mind-boggling, and all you have to do is find the one that you enjoy the most.

The Theater

The atmosphere of a theatre is a unique experience; it’s not like going to your local multiplex cinema. Have a look at some of the theatre tickets currently available from Ticket Sales and find a show that appeals. You might find that you enjoy it as much as the 50 million Americans who visit the theater every year.

Travel

While some people might class traveling as less of a hobby and more of a life requirement, there’s no disputing its popularity. Everyone wants to travel, and even going to the most far-flung corners of the world doesn’t mean missing out on your fantasy sports hobby either!

Dining Out

If you’ve ever been turned away from a restaurant because there are no tables available, then you probably are already quite aware of how popular an evening in a good restaurant is. Just remember to book your table in advance!

Camping

Although you might feel that spending the night in the woods is more like a horror film than an enjoyable activity, the popularity of camping out is always high. If you’ve never slept beneath the stars then you might enjoy it more than you think.

Whether you’re looking for a high-octane hobby or something a little more sedate, there’s no end to the list of possibilities. Fantasy sports continue to grow in popularity, but if you can’t convince your friends to sign up, then you might want to think about alternative ways to spend time together!

Geoff Lambert

Geoff has been playing fantasy football since 1996 and covering it professionally since 2015. In addition to being the founder of GoingFor2.com and The Armchair Fantasy Show, Geoff has contributed to FantasyPros, FantasyLife, and the now-defunct RotoWriters, while also appearing on a multitude of fantasy podcasts. Geoff's favorite professional teams are the 49ers, the Pelicans and the Nationals.

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