#WorkoutBuddy Archives - Be Well Solutions

Stay Active Indoors: Fun and Effective Ways to Exercise in Winter

Don’t let the cold weather freeze your exercise routine. Chilly temperatures, snowy weather, and limited daylight can make it challenging to stay motivated. However, there are plenty of options to continue your exercise sessions indoors this season. Keep your habits going strong year-round with these fun and practical winter activities. Utilize Free Apps and Videos Home workouts are an easy and flexible option for winter exercise. However, if you’re unsure of what to do or have minimal space and equipment, they can feel intimidating or ineffective. Consider utilizing free resources such as apps and videos. Look for free apps with large databases of instructor-led workouts and a filter to customize your search. If you enjoy exercise videos, search for YouTube channels that are also instructor-led, class-style workouts. Keep your goals and interests in mind when searching so you can find [...]

The Power of Group Fitness: How Exercising with Others Keeps You Motivated

Regular exercise is one of the best things we can do for our health, but staying motivated and turning it into a life-long habit is often challenging for most of us. Research has shown that group fitness or having a workout buddy can help you stay on track. Let’s explore the benefits we can experience when we exercise with others. More Than Exercise A workout buddy brings more than just motivation for activity. A research study highlighted by the Journal of Osteopathic Medicine1 found that “participation in regular group fitness classes led to a statistically significant decrease in perceived stress and an increase in physical, mental, and emotional QOL (quality of life) compared with exercising regularly on one's own or not engaging in regular exercise.” Exercising with others fosters conversation, encouragement, and teamwork toward a common goal, which can help [...]