Get Active: 10 Couple Workouts

Plank High Fives

Start in a forearm plank and move into a high plank. Once you’re both at the top, give each other a high five and return to your starting position. Don’t forget to alternate your leading arm.

Sit Up Kisses

Stabilize your partner by holding their feet. Have them cross their arms and lift their torso with their core to claim an encouraging kiss every time they reach the top. Alternate after every set.

Wheelbarrow Walk

Have your partner get into a high plank. Carefully grab their ankles and lift them off the ground. Follow behind them as they walk on their hands. Don't forget to switch positions.

Hook Squats

Stand back-to-back and hook elbows with your partner. Drop into a 90^o squat while pressing your backs together. Stand and repeat. This works best with couples of similar heights.

Back-to-Back Wall Sits

Similar to our last movement, start back-to-back. Lower until you’re both at a 90º squat position. Hold the squat for thirty-second increments.

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Running

Whether on treadmills, along the beach, or down a hiking trail, running together can be therapeutic.

Push Up Reach

Start by facing your partner in a high plank. Do a pushup. Once you’re back at the top, give your partner a high five. Repeat the exercise and don't forget to alternate your high-five hand.

Plank Hold + Jump

Have your partner get into a forearm plank. Stand to the side of them, facing the same direction. Jump to the side and over your partner. Repeat the exercise for thirty seconds and switch positions.

Biking

Pop open the garage and bust out the bikes. Transform biking from "exercise" and into a micro-date. Viewing exercise as "something fun to do" can be a great way to jumpstart motivation.

Yoga/Tai Chi

Bond with not only nature, but also your partner. Take a class, pop on an instructional YouTube video, or find a private instructor. All are the right answers when looking for a way to get active.