A physical exertion partner can be a great propelling factor to proceeding exercise. Whether you are a runner or exercise in a gymnasium, knowing that mortal else will be in that location waitressing for you can be a great inducement when you exactly can’t seem to get moving. Here are a couple of qualities to look for in the perfect physical exertion partner.
1 Similar schedule – A good workout partner must be available to workout at your selected time. Always struggling to meet up for a workout is just another barrier to getting to the gym. It’s far simpler to try to find someone whose schedule fits yours.
2 Reliability – It goes without saying that reliability is essential in a workout partner. Someone who misses more workouts than you will not exactly be a great motivator to get out the door.
3 Personality – The perfect partner for the mild-mannered cubicle dweller may not be the clown pants wearing, do rag loving, obscenity screaming, muscle guy. Try to find someone who matches you workout style, whatever that may be…unless your workout style is 5 minutes of reading a magazine while sitting on the recumbant bike followed by a trip to Cold Stone Creamery to reward yourself. If that is the case, maybe you could use a few workouts with muscle guy.
4 Similar goals – It is easier to make progress if you have someone to workout with who is trying to achieve similar goals. A runner who lifts weights occasionally probably would not be a good workout partner for a powerlifter interested in deadlifting at his or her maximum capacity.
5 Similar fitness level – While not a necessity, similar fitness level will allow workout partners to push each other, but not overdo it.
Take my advice…if you find someone who meets all of these criteria, hang on to them for as long as you can. A great partner is priceless.
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