Often known by its French name ‘parkour’, freerunning is a relatively new hobby that lets you explore urban environments and collect thousands of followers on social media.
Pros:
- One of the cheapest hobbies
- Usually considered one of the coolest hobbies
- No time limit
- Does not require a pre-determined ‘pitch’ or ‘field’ size
- It’s social
- Fitness: good for building muscle endurance & strength
- Increases your bravery!
- Can be enjoyed just about anywhere
Cons:
- Requires good physical fitness
- Is often illegal (please don’t trespass)
- Minor injuries are fairly common
- In fact, you will probably hurt yourself every time you freerun
- There will always be someone watching you!
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