Couples' exercise ideas

February 13, 8:13 PMPersonal Training ExaminerJen Lesea-Ames

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Couple running together. 

Ah...Valentine's Day: love is in the air and you want to celebrate most likely with flowers, chocolates, or dinner (and...).  But what about starting a new tradition with a date night with exercise?  I admit, it may sound dreadful at first, but I can't imagine a better way to spend time with your significant other than by doing something that is fun and both good for the body and mind.  Here are a few ideas:

1. Set aside a time once a week to meet at the gym.  You can do your separate workouts, but afterwords you can soak in the hot tub together or go out to dinner.
2. If not the gym and the weather is favorable, why not plan a weekly walk, hike, snowshoe?  It  allows time for you to spend with each other while enjoying the outdoors.
3. They say variety is the spice of life, so why not try an activity that is new?  Perhaps you have always wanted to try yoga but have been intimidated, or if you are able, hire a trainer for an hour to teach you "partner stretching".  Some of my clients have joined running groups and trained together for a race.  You get the idea...

You may have to break away (a little bit) from your routine, but the bottom line is that it is FUN and it motivates the both of you to stay committed to a healthy lifestyle.  So get out there and try something new together, and HAVE FUN!  HAPPY VALENTINES' DAY!