Couples Workouts

8 Reasons Couples Shouldn’t Work Out Together

Getting sweaty with your sweetie may sound like a good idea, but experts say you may be better off going solo
By Jenna Bergen prevention
 

Your Partner’s Results Could Bum You Out

There’s nothing worse than putting in the effort and not getting the results you’re after, especially if the one you love is following the same program and seeing positive changes. “Everyone’s body responds differently to exercise, so when one partner is getting amazing results and losing more weight than the other, resentment can build, leading to an argument,” says Clayton, noting that men tend to have a higher percentage of muscle, while women naturally carry a little more body fat.

This means that guys tend to burn more calories during exercise, as well as when they’re sitting on the couch. If you’re part of a same-sex couple, you’ll be on a more even playing field, but don’t expect identical results, says Warner, as everyone’s body is unique.

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