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Exercise your love

DNBAN19979 | 2/9/2010 | Author : Priyadarshini Nandy | WC :651

Working out as a couple comes with many benefits. From being a healthy competition to each other to actually rekindling the relationship, After Hrs finds out that there is more to partner sessions…

It is said that combining quality time with a cherished one that features a quality workout has resulted in more than one benefit in a relationship. Physical exercise with their romantic partner had many couples making their way to a gym, running trails in the parks, trekking etc. "It forms a deeper bond and
physical exercise produces chemicals in the brain that evoke feelings of happiness, reduces stress, and also increases the libido," says fitness expert Wanitha Ashok.
"It's a good idea to make a list of exercises that both partners enjoy and then compare lists. There's usually some common activity and this will make it easy for them to chalk out their schedule. Co-ordinate and compromise the schedule, taking into consideration both sets of preferences. It shouldn't look like a competition — instead, make it fun and challenging. It should be all about staying healthy and enjoying the time that is spent together," she advises. Wanitha shares her ideas on 'doing it' together, without really having to hit the fitness centre.
Just walk
It's fine to forgo going to the gym on occasions and taking romantic walks as its beneficial both emotionally and physically.
Partner yoga
Yoga with a partner is an amazing experience. It helps you stay flexible and trim and the physical contact with your partner is a great way to be closer. Especially, the ashtanga yoga postur...

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