Benefits of working out with a partner

Why working out with a partner is beneficial:

1. Improves your motivation
   1. Working out with a partner can be a helpful motivator when you both encourage each other. 
   2. Can also provide friendly competition that can help you both do your best.
2. New Ideas
   1. Having a workout partner can help you step out of your comfort zone and try new types of exercises/activities that you might not necessarily try. 
   2. You can also inspire each other to think outside the box and come up with new ideas.
3. Keeps you on a routine
   1. Having a partner can help keep you on a schedule and keep you accountable.

By: Dr. Elizabeth Bynum, PT, DBT