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If you’re the kind who wants to go to the gym but you haven’t got around to doing so simply because you don’t want to go alone, here’s a thought – find yourself a workout buddy! Listed below are some of the reasons why having someone like that is actually a win-win for the both of you:
No more first-day-dread
Let’s face it – you keep making up excuses for not getting on with your gym routine like – you don’t have the workout clothes yet, or the right shoes, or you haven’t figured out the schedule yet – but, basically, it’s all because you dread that first day of walking into the gym and feeling a little like a fish out of water. Having a buddy will make it go a little easier, knowing you won’t be the only newbie there!
No skipping workout
When there are two or more of you working out together, it becomes harder to bunk workout sessions because of menial reasons, and easier to maintain punctuality and regularity. A sense of guilt will hit you each time you think of your friend going to the gym alone because you have a sudden case of the ‘laziness flu’.
Healthy competition
If you share the same goals with someone, there’s bound to some competition between the two of you in attaining those goals. You’ll be monitoring your progress more closely and follow your regimen with more dedication, just so you can spite (in a harmless, friendly way, of course) your buddy.
Beats the boredom
It is obvious that sharing a few laughs between sets and post-workout with a friend beats the boredom of the monotony of individual routine. Besides, time will seem to fly by in the gym!
Celebrate progress
Success means more when you can celebrate it with someone who’s been with you throughout the journey, and it’s the same when it comes to fitness. Setting goals together, working out to achieve them together, and celebrating each milestone of progress together – aren’t you convinced yet?
