Why You Should Have an Exercise Buddy

If your motivation for staying fit and healthy is waning, it may be time to partner up with a trusted friend! A regular fitness program can be hard to keep up with in the busyness of life and because it takes effort and discipline we don’t always have. Having an exercise buddy can help you bear the challenges of exercise and brings a few other benefits as well.

Whether it is your spouse, your child or a friend, having someone to team up with can make things easier. Dr. Jeff Bowman, a foot specialist in Houston, TX helps patients on a regular basis keep their feet healthy for exercise. Strong, healthy feet are a great foundation for exercise but having a buddy can also help in the following ways:

• A buddy helps you stay accountable. If you have a set time to workout, you may be less likely to use familiar excuses when someone is waiting for you.

• It makes things more fun! Having someone to talk with often takes your mind off the rigorous exercise and can make working out that much more enjoyable.

• Having a buddy can be motivating. As you provide support and encouragement to one another, you will be more motivated to keep it up!

• An exercise partner is another set of eyes that can keep you safe. A buddy can spot you when lifting weights, spot bad form, help you pace yourself accordingly during working out and identify when you may be pushing too far or too hard.

There are many avenues to find an exercise buddy, so try it if you are tired of being alone or bored with your fitness program. If you need any help in regards to your foot health, have pain during exercise or footwear advice, please call Dr. Bowman at (713) 467-8886. You can also schedule an appointment online at www.houstonfootspecialists.com.

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