FitnFree Inside and Out: That's what friends are for

Everyone has days where the last thing you want to do work out. I get it. I have those days too. There are many different ways to get yourself motivated to hit the gym, make it to your yoga class or get that run in. However, what I have found works the best for me is having someone to workout with. It not only prevents you from "canceling" a class you were going to go to but it actually makes you excited to go. It's also accountability. If you tell your friend you are going to meet her at 5:15am for a run, you damn well better be there! You get off of work and are supposed to head to the yoga studio for an hour of ass kicking sweaty yoga but as you near your exit your mind starts to whisper "just get off the exit, a chilled glass of white wine, comfy clothes and a few episodes of your favorite show awaits you"… Sound familiar? I have those voices all the time and I constantly tell them to eff off. If you are meeting a friend at this dreaded yoga class, you are far less likely to bail.

It's so important to surround yourself with like-minded people that are positive influences in your life and that share some of the same goals as you do. That way your Saturday mornings won't be repeatedly filled with pub crawls but instead long hikes, morning jogs instead of all you can eat breakfast buffets. If you are struggling with keeping yourself active and getting your weekly workouts in- phone a friend. Having the support of friends is vital and can help you change your life AND meet your goals! It's also a great excuse to have some one on one with a friend you maybe wouldn't otherwise see. We are all busy and it's hard to find free time. What a better way to get some quality time in with your friend then to combine it with a workout?! Everyone wins.