Everything is better together! Be it with a friend, partner, or colleague, studies show working out with a partner has more benefits than hitting the weights or cardio machines solo. It can increase energy, determination and even provide better results. That said, here are a few creative exercises that prove teamwork pays off!
Forward Band Jumps
Start with your workout partner standing directly in front of you, but facing away from your body. Have your partner loop a resistance band around their waist, with you holding both ends of the resistance band. Have your partner take a small step forward, so that there is slight tension in the band. Now, slightly bend your knees to get proper balance and stability, as your partner jumps forward as far as possible — maintaining proper form (bending the knees, with hips back, core tight, and exploding forward). They can have their arms swing naturally for added momentum, landing lightly on their toes. Once the jump is complete, they can take a few steps back to return to the starting position. Rep out 10-15 quick jumps, then switch spots and get your jump on! Do 3-4 sets a piece.
Sit-ups with Medicine Ball Pass
Static Squat Jumps
Back to the legs! You’ll need two resistance bands for this exercise. Stand facing your partner, with both of you holding one end of each resistance band, arms extended. The band should have slight tension. Maintaining the position of your arms, as both of you squat down, sending hips back, bending knees, keeping core tight, and lowering your body’s. Together, jump up, maintaining band tension and arm position. Land lightly on your toes, and immediately lower down again. Again, perform 15 reps at 3-5 sets.
Band Sprints
Resistance Band Chest Press
Reach and Touch Plank
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