If youre the kind who wants to go to the gym but you havent got around to doing so simply because you dont want to go alone, heres 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
Lets face it you keep making up excuses for not getting on with your gym routine like you dont have the workout clothes yet, or the right shoes, or you havent figured out the schedule yet but, basically, its 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 wont 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, theres bound to some competition between the two of you in attaining those goals. Youll 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 whos been with you throughout the journey, and its the same when it comes to fitness. Setting goals together, working out to achieve them together, and celebrating each milestone of progress together arent you convinced yet?