The last video I posted was about starting an exercise program using social obligation. This video talks about one of the biggest objections that I get from people when it comes to finding a partner to exercise with. Drumroll please….
He’ll run faster/slower than me.
I suppose it could be any number of things, like cycling further, swimming better, etc., but what it really comes down to is that asking someone to exercise with you can make you feel vulnerable and embarrassed. I don’t discount the concern, but I think that a lot of people worry way too much about it.
In my own experience, and in conversations with dozens of people, the differences between difference partners isn’t that big a deal as long as you have a healthy idea of why you’re out there in the first place. If you’re primary purpose is to get some exercise then the most important role a partner plays is to get you out the door. Remember that you’re not there to compete with your partner, but to work with her.
Have a look at the video and then post your comments sharing your own experience.
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This was very helpful because I don’t want to hold my running partner back. She is definatly in better shape than me and when we do things together she does make me push a little harder but at the same time she comes down to my level and I don’t think it’s doing good for herself. Thank you!