The Hidden Benefits of Working Out with a Partner
Exercising doesn’t have to be a burden. What if you could tone your body, push yourself harder, stay consistent, and make exercising more fun? Sounds like a dream, right? Well, we have the answer you’re looking for, and it’s all about working out with a partner. On top of getting to socialize with your friend and having a good time, you’ll burn calories and start crushing your fitness goals.
Here are some of the benefits to having a workout buddy (some that might surprise you!):
#1. Friendly Competition Leads to Harder Workouts
Humans are naturally competitive, so when you have a fitness partner working out with you, neither of you will want to fall behind the other. Instead, you will push yourself as hard – or harder—than they are, giving you that added boost to keep going and reach your goals.
#2. It’s Fun!
If you’ve dreaded working out in the past, exercising with a friend will open up a whole new world. Working out by yourself can get a little lonely, so with a buddy, you’ll be able to share both the good and tough times with a smile on your faces. You’ll soon see that time flies by, and you might even work out longer than you thought possible. When you combine training and socializing with friends, it becomes so much more enjoyable!
#3. You’ll Try New Things
In the past, if you have shied away from trying out a new class or been too intimidated to move past the cardio section at the gym, having someone else by your side might ease your anxiety. Having a buddy who supports you – and, as an added benefit, can spot you – might be just what you need to step out of each other’s comfort zones. Then, when you try something different, you may discover a new favorite exercise or activity.
#4 You’ll Stay Consistent
It is incredibly easy to quit a workout early or make an excuse not to do it at all when there’s no one counting on you to be there. However, you are more likely to show up and keep going when you add a buddy into the mix. This is because you won't want to be the one feeling guilty about bailing on your friend, which helps you keep a more consistent workout schedule.
#5 You’ll Stay Motivated & End Up Crushing Your Goals!
Having a workout partner can help inspire you to keep going and get even stronger, faster, and healthier. Sometimes, you need a little extra encouragement to push through a challenging workout and stick with it until the end. Then as you keep going week after week, you’ll see improvements and eventually accomplish your goals and even set new goals to reach together.
If you’re looking for a way to safely work out with a partner, the F3 team is here for you. Browse our online class offerings, sign up for a FREE fitness consultation, or schedule a one-of-a-kind event for yourself and your friends. Even if you like to work out alone, changing things up with a buddy every once in a while, can help you work out harder and learn new things.