Benefits Of Losing Weight With A Partner
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Starting a weight loss journey can be quite daunting. You’ve decided to take charge of your health and even though it’s something you want to do, it can be difficult to find the motivation. Having a good support system is crucial, and what better way to stay on track than to have your partner holding you accountable?
First Steps
The first thing you need to do is to create a plan for the both of you, and a bit of research might be required. Your priority should be your health rather than the amount of weight you want to lose. Your partner’s health goals won’t be identical to your own, but sit down together, create your goals and bounce ideas off each other! Working together on this alone will help you get started. Just be sure to figure out a safe and attainable rate of weight loss, check out our guide here.
Create New Healthy Habits
On your journey, you’ll need to start fading out your combined bad habits. Instead of spending your Sundays doing mindless activities like watching TV together and not leaving the lounge, you’ll start spending more time outdoors, preparing your meals together or even exercising. These healthy lifestyle changes will benefit your wellbeing and your relationship.
Your Relationship Will Come First Again
Teaming up with your partner to lose weight is a sure-fire way to bring you closer together as a couple. Exercising together, cooking together and eating together will strengthen your bond. You’re both putting in an effort for something you both want achieve, and when you reach your goals, it’s like a double reward!
You'll Be Held Accountable
Think about it, if you’ve had a slip up, you’ve got your partner to hold you accountable! Studies have proven that having the support of a loved one goes a long way, which is why losing weight as a couple is such a huge perk. If you don’t feel like exercising or are yearning for a cheat meal, you’ve got your partner to tell you no and remind you of your goals! The same goes for holding your partner accountable.
Even if your partner doesn’t need to lose weight, it’s still a health journey, and they’ll still benefit from better nutrition and frequent exercise.
