Group Fitness

Group exercise is trendy: nearly 40% of regular exercisers participate in group fitness classes. In advance of the coronavirus pandemic, the American College of Sports Medicine predicted that group fitness would be one of the top three fitness industry trends in 2020–for a good reason.

Having Fun with Friends is Motivating

Different types of motivation play a factor in your success. Exercising with others boosts motivation and makes the activity enjoyable, even when it's difficult, or you don't like it.

Make your health a habit–with buddies.

It's a human tendency to model one's behavior after what you see, so watching others learn new exercises and routines is highly effective. If you see someone sweating, it builds your confidence and your own ability to exercise, empowering your sense of self-efficacy.

Friends remove your self-imposed barriers to exercise by providing encouragement and reminding you to exercise. Workout buddies hold you accountable for your goals. And don't ignore your competitive urge–friendly competition boosts the intensity of one's efforts.