Sports and Video Games seemed so fake and trivial. (I'm not alone in this thought, so please don't just criticize it, I think its fair)

I got into a few hobbies during it, but there was something missing about the hobby.

I would try to replace that treadmill running with the hobby, but two things would happen: The hobby stops being fun or you never scratch the treadmill running itch.

I don't really believe we just need to change our psychology or short term behaviors and try to enjoy what other people say they enjoy.

My favorite hobby, reading/audiobook philosophy, can be done with the treadmill life. Best of both worlds.