Using the Buddy System

Working out with other people has got to be one of the biggest motivators I’ve had. My little sister has been thinking about becoming a personal trainer when she gets older and I decided to let her try her hand in training over the time we’ve been staying home. She’s really awesome at holding my boyfriend and I accountable. The biggest thing about working out with someone is finding someone who is dedicated and wants to see a change in you and themselves. When I was just working out with my boyfriend, I think I was the one who had to motivate both of us. My sister has lifted some of that responsibility off me and I have been much more motivated because of that.

Working out with someone (aka using the buddy system) can make a workout more enjoyable. You basically have your own personal cheerleader there with you. When they are there, you are more likely to push yourself, whether it is because you know they can spot you or they just bring out your competitive side. You can also help each other come up with different exercises by bouncing ideas off one another.

Like I mentioned before, you need to make sure that you workout partner is committed to making it to the gym and having a consistent schedule. They have to want to make progress. If this isn’t the case, you will most likely end up doing your workout by yourself, or sitting in the gym running your mouth instead of actually getting a workout in.