www.vouchercloud.com has found that people's top motivation for working out is to have a buddy. With that in mind, we take a look at why exercising is better with your partner than any other buddy.
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Balance- Rather than one of you slogging it out at the gym while the other watches TV, there is a happy medium at work. You are both putting in the effort to look good for yourselves and each other.
You can spur each other on- If you were going to the gym alone, it's easy to give up and go home. If your partner is right there next to you, there is someone to say the right things to keep you moving.
You won't self-sabotage- You won't go home and tuck into something that's bad for you because you both know how much hard work you just put into your session.
You will probably take up cooking- The likelihood is that once you stop self-sabotaging, you will look for foods that won't pile back on all the calories that you have just burned off. You might take up cooking together to make sure your bodies are getting the best nutrients to help your muscles recover.
You can still watch your favourite TV programme- If you are a couple who loves their boxsets- you don't have to deprive yourself of that time. Just get a bike or a rowing machine, pop on your favourite show and get moving while you watch.
You can save money- Rather than forking out for a person trainer- you can use each other to monitor progress, count reps and build up your stamina. Do your research and you can find safe and healthy ways to increase the intensity of your workouts.
You can discover music together- You both have your own tastes- so why not share them with each other? Take turns in bringing a new collection of songs to your workouts and open your mind to new music.
Better sex- The more you work-out- the better your stamina between the sheets will be, so you will find your can have sex for longer because you have far more energy than you used to.
Motivational texts- You can text each other during the day to encourage each other before your workout. If one of you is not feeling so energetic, the other can get them in the mood with some positive messages.
You can set a joint goal- Whether it's your wedding, a reunion, a holiday or your honeymoon, there is always a reason to be at your physical peak. If you can establish something you can both work towards, it stops you determination from fading.
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