Evolve: Grab a Buddy

We got the ipods on and head phones in... is the gym a place to peace out to the world or could it be an opportunity to network and be with friends? In my opinion it can be a combination. Bringing a friend to the gym can be so rewarding and fun at the same time- DO IT!

Power of 2 or 3 to Motivate: Solo workouts are great, but humans are competitive by nature, bring out the inner competitor in you by working out with a group or friend. Invite a friend and design circuits to do together. By having a person to push you to keep you going or to hold you accountable to your reps and to your workout will make you that much more successful. Also, most gyms offer group exercise classes in a wide array of styles. From dance classes to strength and boot camp style classes, there is one that will fit you and your companion(s). Classes are a great way to network with individuals from all different walks of life. They bring people together from all different types of backgrounds to de-stress and revel in a fun workout. For me it's mobility on Mondays with some friends, IFT (group X class) Tuesday and Thursdays, and Aloha Friday (Friday workout with friends). Workout with friends never get stale.

Cheap: Fitness is relatively cheap, if not free :) Although health is priceless, a gym membership will not break the bank and there are so many things you can do outside a gym that are free. Check out the posts below for workouts you can incorporate into your repertoire without a gym.

Healthy together- That makes two of us: We all know it is easier to do anything when others around us are doing it too. Everyone abstains from wearing red, you will most likely follow and not wear red and feel no qualms about it. Same goes for working out. If your friends are working out, it will be easier to join forces and workout too. John Wooden's quote, "What ever you do in life, surround yourself with smart people who will argue with you..." can be applied here..."surround yourself with healthy people, who will get you off your ass..."Sundays, are workout days from my roommate Lisa and me. We plan it the night before, set our alarms, and push ourselves out the door and cram and jam an hour workout session in before 12 noon. Together we design the workouts and make sure everything get accomplished. Without this partner motivation on Sundays, I know I would snooze the day away. Together we motivate and know we are healthier for it! 

Alright, so I encourage you to take the ear-buds off, get some friends, hook your ipod up to the stereo and workout together :)


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