It takes two

So, I know that the individuals in a relationship are meant to have different interests, but what happens when a specific interest becomes shared?

I’m talking about personal fitness.

My Boyfriend introduced me to the gym just over a year ago, now it’s something that we enjoy doing together but, let’s get real, it’s not always sunshine and rainbows...

Here are a few Pros and Cons of exercising with your partner:

PRO: No more excuses.
Now that you are exercising together, the common excuses and reasons to stray are mostly eliminated - sorry! In the end, this will encourage a deeper connection between the two of you.

CON: Frustration.
I speak from personal experience here, sometimes your partner is going to push the wrong buttons a few too many times and you’re going to want to freak out with him/her. Take a deep breath, whoosa.

PRO: Quality Time
Your schedule can get crazy at times and spending time together can be a bit difficult but,exercising together promotes extra quality time that every relationship can benefit from.

CONS: You smell great… NOT
You’re exercising; you aren’t going to smell like a basket of freshly picked roses. It’s a smelly affair and you probably aren’t going to want to touch each other but that’s ok too.

PRO: That’s mine?!
I’m specifically talking to the girls here because I can relate, but there’s something appealing about spotting for your rather attractive, very covered in sweat other half… It’s pretty hot and hey, you get to go home with that ;) 

CON: Envy, the green monster
It’s possible that your partner will start to show progress a little sooner than you and the little green monster of jealousy can show up and it sucks a little but, you can turn this con into a pro, use it as motivation to push yourself that little bit harder. The tables could turn.


PRO: Healthy Competition
Nothing wrong with a little healthy competition, its can promote progress and you’re most likely going to learn a few new things from your partner.

The one tip I can give you is that before you even step into a gym together, it’s important to communicate. Discuss your vision and personal goals with your partner. Being alongside them whilst they achieve those goals can be really rewarding.

So, will you and your partner be hitting the gym together? Have fun & let me know how it goes!

S

xoxo