In my years as a trainer I have noticed a few things. Shocker eh? One thing that stands out time and again, is that people who work out with their friends have a good time. And I don't just mean a "pleasant" time, but a gut-laughing, knee slapping, sometimes pee your pants (not mentioning any names...) GOOD TIME! When I train friends or groups I am constantly amused at how fast the hour goes by, and how much fun the friends are having. Don't get me wrong..when its time to drop the hammer and train...we train. But, in the meantime...friendships are strengthened, women are encouraged, stories are told, and best friends are challenged to be more, do more than they thought possible!
Here are 3 Reasons why I think you should train with your friends:
- Accountability - When my kids were little, we lived in Reno, NV for a season. When my work visa didn't get approved at the border on our move down, I became a stay-at-home mom. In order to fit exercise into my day with the little ones, my only option was to wake up at 5am, hit the gym and be home by 7am. "Put a gun to my head!", said the woman who loves her sleep. At any rate, I started carpooling with my friend Shelly. There were so many mornings I couldn't have wanted to do anything less than to get up at that hour and go exercise. But, when my friend was counting on me to pick her up, or when I knew she was sitting in my driveway waiting for me to join her, I didn't want to let her down! I love seeing that accountability among my friends and clients here in Kelowna! When one doesn't feel like it, inevitably the other one is pumped and can spread her energy and enthusiasm.
