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Whether it’s for your spouse, children, friends, or pets....February means that Love is in the Air!
Real talk: between the hype, commercialism, and pressure - I’ve never much of a fan of Valentine’s Day. But I am a fan of Love! And Sharing Fun Moments with those we love! And working off a Theme!
Which means February is the perfect opportunity for a PARTNER WORKOUT!!!
So find a partner, any partner (Significant Other, friend, kid, or your Mom), and give this full-body workout a try. Here’s your equipment list:
A willing partner in crime (or…fitness, ha)
One ball (any soccer-type ball will do, or you can also use a weighted medicine ball)
Two paper plates or sliders
A sense of humor - have fun trying out some of these moves together!
Complete each exercise below for 30 seconds, then move to the next exercise. For exercises with asterisks, be sure to work the opposite side or swap places with partner & repeat before moving forward! Repeat circuit 2-3 times before collapsing into laughter on the floor. Here’s a video demo of all the exercises.
Balance w/ Ball Throw
Partner Arm Pushes*
Partner Arm Pulls*
High-5 Squats
Side Lunges w/ Ball Pass*
Russian Twist Pass
Partner Hamstring Curls*
Under, Over!
Partner Leap Frop
Partner Sleds*
Partner Drags*
Also, have you heard Folk Fitness is giving away a February happy? Just post of pic on your wall between now & Valentine's Day of you exercising with your Ride or Die, then tag "Folk Fitness" and you could win a prize! One name will be drawn...so get ready to get moving!
Here’s to a heart-happy February!
