This is for those that want to step your health game up – because, health is wealth, friends! If you are the self-proclaimed fitness-obsessed couple who has run out of ideas for new workouts, or if you have jogged the same route one too many times, or if you’ve had enough of the Netflix and chill date nights, as always, we got you covered.
Become a power couple in several ways, fitness included, and know that if you’re going through a difficult time, exercising will help you get through it together while also improving your sleep and making you feel better about yourself and each other.
Here are ten great couple workouts courtesy of Couples Experience.
1. Golfing
Golfing is one of those activities that can be enjoyed together at any age. You can learn the skill together or enjoy some course time on the regular while also getting in shape. Golf improves your flexibility and core strength while strengthening your upper body (shoulders, back, and grip!). Ditch the golf cart and carry your bag for a cardiovascular workout that engages your lower body. You’ll enjoy being outside on the lovely golf course while working off some calories with your significant other. Don’t worry; keeping a score is not required, and if you want to forfeit the golf course, hit up Top Golf in a city near you for a fun experience without the full course and golf cart needs.
2. Walking
Walking is the simplest and most accessible form of exercise we can think of. It can be done anywhere and requires no special clothing or equipment. Walking is also beneficial for daters of all ages, from their twenties to their forties to their seventies, and beyond.
Walking is meditative, and being outside promotes a positive attitude, a healthy metabolism, and a robust immune system. Walking extends your life! Plus, it’s a fun couples workout routine for all levels – from beginner to advanced – get.to.walking.
It’s recommended that you exercise for at least 20 minutes five days a week, but if you aim for a specific weight loss or fitness goal, you should increase that. Look for hilly or difficult routes and try to maintain a steady pace. Scout out new parks in your area, or hiking paths to extend your walking experiences from outside your front door, and don’t forget to bring your love along with you.
3. Crossfit
Crossfit, a high-intensity interval training (HIIT), quickly builds muscle and improves endurance. Classes include a “workout of the day” (WOD) that typically includes weight lifting, squats, and box jumps. You will also make use of equipment such as kettlebells and medicine balls. Each class consists of a new workout in which you perform a combination of exercises for a set amount of time or for a certain number of reps. Crossfit offers a team atmosphere that can be enjoyed as a couple. Just remember to continue encouraging one another to work hard during the entire workout.
Crossfit is ideal for couples looking for a high-energy workout in a group setting that produces results quickly. To avoid injuries, keep an eye on each other’s form, especially as you get tired.
4. Uphill Sprints
“Nothing says ‘I love you’ like a big hill!” Thurman exclaims. “Doing sprints up a hill together can be a fun way to have some friendly competition, increase your fitness level, and get those legs and booty carved out.”
Lace-up your running shoes and begin with two or three hill sprints of 12-15 seconds each, gradually increasing to ten sprints. To allow recovery time between sets, you will sprint up and walk down the hill.
5. Tennis
Tennis is an excellent choice for couples looking for healthy competition. With tennis, you get to socialize while also working out,” Thurman says of team sports. Tennis, which requires only a racket and tennis balls, is a great way to strengthen your arms, legs, and core while working up a sweat. Not to mention the sweatband, and cute attire needed.
6. SUP (Stand Up Paddleboard)
Stand-up paddleboarding, or SUP, requires a good sense of balance. It’s natural to have a shaky start, but you’ll both glide along in no time. With stand-up paddleboarding, you begin by sitting on the board and gradually progress to standing up as you become more accustomed to floating around on a foam board.
You’ll be on separate boards with a single-bladed paddle to help you steer and move, and it’ll be a great full-body workout.
7. Yoga with a Partner
Do you think of yoga as a solitary activity? Consider again. Yoga can be a partner activity too! Partner yoga allows you to connect, support, and deepen your relationships. Yoga is a low-intensity activity that can improve balance, concentration, focus, and flexibility. It necessitates a certain level of trust and provides emotional connection and quality time spent together.
Yoga with a partner also aids in deepening stretches and provides physical support because you can use your partner’s body as a prop. Simply breathing together at the start of the class or laying in Shavasana with a partner allows you to tune in, release emotions on a deeper level, and bring the focus back to each other.
8. Online Exercise Classes
As with most things online (including the now-standard video-chat date), there are numerous options for online fitness classes. This is an excellent option if you prefer to work out in the privacy of your own home and enjoy variety!
Online classes are available for every length, experience level, and style. You have traditional workouts like yoga, weight lifting, and HIIT.
There are dance or ‘dancercise’ classes for any genre of music and dance styles. There’s barre class, which combines ballet and fitness, and yogalates, a yoga and pilates hybrid. And so on. These are especially useful if you and your partner like to squeeze in a couples workout at home, in between a lunch break, or when you struggle to find time for fitness in your busy schedules. Maybe consider using the Lululemon Mirror too. We love that thing!
9. Pilates
You and your partner can improve your strength and flexibility by taking a Pilates class together that uses the Reformer machine for a total-body workout. You can also do mat pilates, which does not require special equipment and can be done at home. Doing pilates with a partner improves strength and mobility together as you use one partner’s body weight for certain exercises.
This type of workout also promotes healthy competition, accountability, motivation, proper alignment, and body positioning. It offers sensory feedback for better posture as well.
10. Rock Climbing
Rock climbing will challenge you in every way, whether climbing an indoor rock wall or scaling a rock formation together outside. As you progress, you and your partner will learn to communicate and support one another while getting a total-body workout.
Climbing rocks strengthens your muscles and improves your coordination and agility. This adrenaline-pumping workout will surprise you with how much bonding you can accomplish! A victory picnic after is a perfect romantic date idea. So keep us posted with all the photos!
And that’s a wrap! We hope these fun couple workout ideas get the ball rolling in your relationship. Which is your favorite? Have you tried any before? Tell us all about it in the comments.
Remember, Deep breaths. Be your partner’s biggest motivation. And oh! Feel free to reference this list anytime.
With pleasure, Cheers!
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