Who is a Good Workout Partner?

I like lifting weights on my own sometimes, but others I wish I could go back in time to when I had a good weight lifting partner. So what comprise the qualities of a good workout partner? You should know these before you unwittingly combine forces with someone that hinders, not helps you.

• Comparable strength and ability to you – Ideally your partner will have similar strength as you.  Pairing with someone far stronger with you and you’ll find you’re constantly trying to play catch up while you slow them down.  If someone isn’t on your level, you’ll be dropping your workout level to bring them along.
• Similar goals as you – If your partner is more interested in being at the gym than working out, you will have a problem on your hand.  If you’re hardcore, you need someone else just as dedicated.
• Brings synergy – A workout partnership shouldn’t just keep status quo.  If you find the right match, you’re going to help that person out and they’re going to bring out the best in you.
• Happens Easily – Along with all these things, a worthwhile partner isn’t going to be difficult to maintain.  You’re both on the same wave length and won’t cause one another to skip a beat.

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