Mindful Life Berlin Partner Challenge Guide: 5 proven tips for success in fitness partner challenges
In the following article we share with you strategies for commitment and fun with fitness partners! We hope you enjoy reading and trying it out!
Sets common goals
If you train with friends, it makes sense to set achievable goals with your fitness partner . Maybe you want to learn a new yoga pose, do 50 push-ups in a row or even discover martial arts?
Whatever your friends' workout motivation is, with the same goal in mind, training will be more exciting. You can cheer each other on and celebrate when you achieve your goals. It's like you're on a team - you're all in it together!
Here are some ideas for shared fitness goals among friends or ideas for fitness routines for couples in the studio:
- Learn a new sport together or take new courses together
- Agree to train three times a week for a month
- Set physical goals that you would like to achieve, such as advanced partner yoga poses
Remember that the best goals are the ones that make everyone feel good. Talk about it and find something that excites you all!
Combines fitness with fun
Who says getting fit has to be boring? If you train with friends, you can make it a great time. Try new classes together , like Yoga Inspired Workouts or Boxing . Or plan active excursions for the weekend, such as hikes or bike rides. Time flies when you laugh and chat while sweating.
Here are some fun fitness ideas to try with friends:
- Take turns planning the workout for the day
- Do partner exercises, like medicine ball passes or plank high fives, to make the time fly by
- After training, arrange to have a shake or coffee to strengthen the social aspect
Our heartfelt recommendations for such a meeting are:
- The WIM Coffee -> Sonnenburger Str. 68, 10437 Berlin
- Brocca Café – The healthy Co. -> Gleimstraße 40, 10437 Berlin
- Sironi -> Gleimstraße 38, 10437 Berlin
The most important thing is to find activities that don't feel like a chore. If you're having fun, you're more likely to stick around!
Creates commitment
It's easy to skip a workout when you're alone. But when friends are counting on you, you're more likely to show up. Schedule regular training meetings and treat them like important appointments. You can also keep each other on track via text messages or in a group chat.
Here's how you can hold each other accountable :
- Coordinating schedules with fitness partners: Set fixed training days and times and stick to them like an important appointment
- Track progress on fitness challenges together: Share your fitness progress in a group chat
- Use of apps for fitness partner challenges: Use a fitness app to track and share your activities
That little push from your friends can make all the difference in achieving your fitness goals.
Motivate each other
Everyone has days when they don't feel like exercising. This is exactly where your fitness partners come into play! You can motivate each other when motivation wanes. Share inspiring stories, praise progress or simply offer a listening ear when things get difficult.
Tips to motivate your training partners:
- Sends supportive messages before big fitness challenges
- Celebrate each other's successes, no matter how small
- Be a cheerleader during tough workouts and remind each other of your shared goals, especially on difficult training days
Remember that a little encouragement can make a big difference. Your words could be just what your friend needs to move on.
Reward yourself for your successes
Don't forget to praise yourself when you achieve your goals! Plan fun rewards for your fitness milestones . It can be something small, like a movie night together , or something bigger, like a weekend getaway.
Group reward ideas:
- Celebrate by going to the sauna or steam room together after an intense day of training
- Have a relaxing “rest day” and go out to eat together or enjoy a healthy potluck with friends
- Plan a fun day outdoors, e.g. B. with a hike or a trip to the climbing gym to use the fitness you have gained
Celebrating together makes the success even sweeter and gives you something to look forward to.
Trains with Luise & Lena
Be sure to check out our Instagram channel ! There we regularly show you exciting challenges and effective exercises. This week the partner challenge awaits you - fitness exercise with band with Luise & Lena.
Getting fit with friends is a great way to make training more enjoyable and stick to your goals. So grab your friends and get started – you can do it!
Are you starting a partner challenge inspired by us? Share it on Instagram and tag us!
Your Mindful Life Berlin team
