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Ever doubted about exercising with your partner? Then consider this article as a real sign from the universe, because research has shown that exercising together is good for your relationship. Yes really! It’s time for you to start working up a sweat for mekander again. Literal.
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Exercising together is good for your relationship
A study by David Loyd proves that working out together creates a better emotional connection. You are not only doing good for your own individual, but it is something you undertake together. According to Loyd, couples who exercise together are more likely to have a longer relationship together.
Reasons to exercise together
Not quite convinced yet to do a big workout with your sweetheart? We have listed a number of reasons for you, which will hopefully make you change your mind. It’s fun!
Quality time
Quality time with your lover is sometimes difficult to plan. You have a busy life, but your partner probably does too. To kill two birds with one stone, you can combine exercise with meeting your sweetheart. This way, exercising becomes something you look forward to (no more excuses) and you can joke and joke around with your partner. We also know that exercise releases dopamine, which in turn creates a positive atmosphere.
Set goals together
Staying fit and exercising should be a priority for everyone. If you and your partner want to help each other achieve your fitness goals, you’re more likely to achieve them. Of course you want the very best for your lover. Setting goals together creates more connection. And in the end, isn’t that all you want?
Lover
For many people, a relationship is all about being completely yourself, right? In game form your inner child often emerges, showing exactly who you are. When you play sports together and joke around together, you look like a bunch of kids who are having so much fun and are so in love with each other. What a wonderful feeling! By doing something active together, you will fall in love with each other all over again. If that’s not reason enough…