Keeping motivation high and finding fun in your exercise routine can be invaluable to success. Good intentions and knowing that you ‘should’ do something is never enough to create a lasting lifestyle change. The positive drive from bringing a friend along with you on your exercise journey is amazing. There are so many benefits from teaming up with a friend or family member to be workout buddies, here are three that hold true for me:
Accountability – knowing that someone is waiting for you or they face the workout alone will raise your external motivation. While we are ultimately only accountable to ourselves, externalising your intentions to others is a huge motivator. Generally, we are less likely to let others down, than we are ourselves, as we don’t want to be perceived as a failure or not following through on a promise.
Shared costs – splitting the cost between two or more can help bring the individual cost down, potentially allowing you access to greater training options or additional sessions. A Personal Trainer is an investment in yourself and splitting the costs with another generates greater value from each session. At 11:11, we encourage our clients to partner up with a friend or loved one, with all private sessions available for small groups up to four people.
Connection – close personal connection is so important to our mental health. Along with the endorphins created during exercise, you’ll be giving your mood a double boost by connecting with others during your workout. Working out with others can be great fun, help to deepen your connection and improve your relationship.
Shaun and I are currently doing a Bioblends one teaspoon challenge (no affiliation, just a great example). By doing this together we are keeping each other accountable, it has created healthy competition and shared experiences. It has been fun to share our journey, especially in the first few days while we were getting used to the taste and texture, sharing laughter and jokes along the way.
There are so many benefits from having a workout buddy, friend or family. Can you think of someone who you could share your wellbeing journey with and have some fun along the way? We’d love to hear from you, if you want to join one of our private small group classes, connect with us today.
Xo
Jo