COUPLES WORKOUTS
Work Out with Your Loved One & Experience the Fun in Exercise
 | | Spending quality time together as a couple doesn’t need to stay at the restaurant, going to the movies, or even cuddling at home. If you and your significant other are having trouble coming up with fresh activities to enjoy, take a (speed) walk to the park! | |
BUILD A "STRONG" RELATIONSHIP
Working out as a couple is an easy way to stay motivated with your exercise routine, and will keep you both in great shape throughout the year. Besides, pumping yourselves full of endorphins will help cultivate that happy feeling even more; regular exercise can improve your mood, help you lose weight, and just leave you feeling great more often than not. Taking care of your body also shows the other person that you have self-respect; if you’ve been down lately, working out can help you improve your overall well-being. If you’re looking for some new activities to enjoy together, here are few workout ideas that can help you recharge your relationship!
1. PARTNER YOGA Yoga with a partner is a wonderful experience, and you can learn how to stay flexible and trim with your partner right by your side. Making physical contact with your partner in this setting is a great way to be closer; Ashtanga Yoga postures in particular can help you develop and strengthen your yoga technique. Ask your local fitness center or gym for classes and training options available. | |
2. SPINNING
Spinning is a cardio routine that can be learned easily and quickly; this can also turn into a competitive race; mile by mile. It’s a way for both of you to have some fun and let that competitive side show! Sign up for a class or two at the gym, and you’ll be a joining a team of spinning enthusiasts.
| 3. SALSA DANCING What better way to boost those feel-good vibes than a salsa dance sequence? Salsa is a great couples workout, giving you both the chance to learn some new moves—on and off the dance floor! If you’re both shy about attending a class, try an at-home alternative; a step-by-step Salsa DVD is all you need to get started. |
4. ROLLERBLADING
Nothing beats holding hands on a walk in the park than rollerblading together instead! Pick your favorite picnic spot, and head out with inline skates. Rollerblading is an effective cardiovascular workout too, and will give you a reason to enjoy the fresh air. Pick up some matching rollerblades to truly declare your love!
5. STRETCHING & PILATES Helping your partner stretch and stay flexible can be a great workout in itself. You can use each other to softly push and pull your muscles in different directions, giving your bodies a much more thorough session. 6. SIDE-BY-SIDE CARDIO Pick your favorite cardio machine at the gym, and turn your jogging or stairmaster workout into a competition! You can challenge each other on the machines, keep each other motivated, and coordinate your pace so you’re reaching your goals. | |
7. TAKE A HIKE!
Get outdoors and enjoy the sun with a hiking trip. Depending on where you go, it’s the perfect excuse to get away for the weekend and do something active. You’ll both benefit from the cardio exercise, and the trip itself can be a reason to spend some quality time together. Be sure to catch snap up some pictures of your sights and discoveries together with a digital camera!
Ready to work up a sweat? Plan your next workout with your partner, and enjoy the benefits of exercise and quality time together. You can even come up with a list of ideas so you’re not compromising your routine and fitness goals. Couples workouts are a great way to enjoy a more active lifestyle together.
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Article Written By: Sabah Karimi; Sabah writes on health, fitness, style, and beauty for DivaVillage.com. You’ll find her working out at the gym when she’s not busy tracking down the latest trends.
