Lets face it, a lot of us gain a few love pounds when it comes to relationships. It is easy to not completely follow a path you were once on before you had another person to take into consideration. Sometimes sleeping in on a Saturday morning with your significant other is more enticing than dragging yourself to the gym. Or going to out to dinner a few more times than normal to celebrate each other and date night. We all get it and we have all been there. I want to show you how you can still keep these things but also keep off the love weight.
Tip #1: Be a Good Example:
You don’t have to stray away from your healthy habits you had before meeting the person of your dreams. Or even if you want to step it up a notch on the health path then just do it. You don’t need the other person to tell you it is okay to do so, just fit it in when you can and the other person will notice. Your partner doesn’t need to be right there next to do, so fit it in as your solo time by hitting the gym, going for a run, get your zen on or jump into a Pilates class…
Tip #2: Set Individual Goals:
Yeah it can be difficult being two different people, different body shapes, different interests, etc. -but this doesn’t mean to get healthy together that you both have to do the same thing. Figure out what your ideal goal is, then share with each other your goals, talk about them and figure out ways to support one another in accomplishing the goals.
Tip #3: Alignment:
Even though you each have separate goals, pick a goal you can both achieve together. For instance, two bike rides together a week, evening walks around the neighborhood before work or in the evening. Feeling more healthy and supportive from your partner will also keep your sex life on fire. You will feel better about yourself and feel the attraction of your partner from their support in you bettering each other’s lifestyles.
Tip #4 Set Time a side Time to be Active Together:
Sneak in some healthy activities into date night. Go to the gym together, actually workout together and not just both walk in together and do your own thing. Really encourage one another during the gym date. Other options are, checking out a dance class, the latest fitness trend, stand up paddle boarding, etc. Then afterward commit to each other that you will go grab something healthy to eat afterwards. Of course save dessert for the bedroom!
Tip #5 Plan Meals to Share with Each Other at Home:
Again the battle of being different people. Find a happy middle ground when it comes to food you guys can cook together for dinner or pack for lunch, eat for breakfast, etc. This may come with one person wanting something another person absolutely hates. Well instead of just saying okay you are on your own, make that alternative, it won’t take that much longer to prep and make. It not only keeps each other on track but a subtle way is a great way to support the other person. If this still seems like a lot, one week let one person pick the meals and the next week the other person. It is all about give and take. Plus planning a date together to the farmers market is a way to pick out the ingredients for the meals you will be eating that week, while spending time with your partner and learning their likes and dislikes.
By: Heather Dorak
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