I've recently taken up...

Meaning

I've started doing recently.

Examples

• John: How are you spending your free time lately?
• Alice: <b>I've recently taken up</b> pottery. It's really relaxing.
• John: Pottery? That's interesting! How is it going?
• Alice: It's challenging, but fun. <b>I've recently taken up</b> a new class to improve my skills.