In our modern life, it is easy to forget to take some time out while juggling family commitments with a 9-5 job.Hobbies such as gardening, hiking, dancing, yoga, sports or fitness can keep us active without the feeling of an obligatory trip to the gym.The benefits for each hobby will differ depending on what devote your time to and how much passion you put into it. But one thing is for certain, hobbies can have several benefits that will help you in the short and long term.Not all hobbies are play though - some hobbies, such as reading, writing, designing or learning a new language can keep you productive and instill you with a sense of purpose while having fun.