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Schedule dates to work out with friends. Ideally, schedule regular weekly workout dates with friends.
The workouts can be cardio (walk, run, bike, swim) or strength (calisthenics, bodyweight, kettlebell, DIY crossfit, olympic, etc) or mobility (yoga, tai chi).
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It’s difficult for most people to stick to a consistent workout schedule on their own. It is much easier to be consistent when you have at least one other person who is relying on you to show up to work out with. Also, it’s a regular scheduled excuse to hang out with your friend(s).
You can incorporate workout dates with solo workout programs. One workout date a week can be a great anchor workout for the rest of your exercise program.
For example, I typically do two solo strength workouts and 2-5 solo cardio workouts per week, and one strength+metabolic conditioning (think crossfit style) workout date on Friday’s with my friend Jack. Because he has kids, I run or ride my bike to his place (2.5 miles each way), getting even more exercise in.
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