Looking for an idea to celebrate the holidays or ways to spice up your relationship? Partners should not only make you happier but also healthier. A stronger body provides a solid foundation in your relationship to flourish within. Depending on the activity, spending quality time with your partner can benefit your physical health together. Here are four healthy date ideas that can be shared with your partner to boost your health! For four more healthy date ideas, check out our previous article.
Bouldering/Climbing
Climbing is composed of both aerobic and anaerobic elements that increase cardiorespiratory fitness and muscular endurance. According to a 2017 study, climbing results in a higher bone mass and an increased bone mineral content. These health benefits reduce the risk of osteoporosis and bone fractures that come with age.
Each wall is a puzzle that requires creative problem-solving to create the best route for yourself. Activities such as climbing have been shown to increase working memory capacity by 50% and also decrease anxiety. Gain immense satisfaction after overcoming your obstacles and build your self-esteem.
Planning your route is just as important as your physical fitness. Working in collaboration with your partner and other climbers improves teamwork and communication skills. The climbing community welcomes new climbers with open arms. A sense of community is important in living a happier and healthier life.
Climbing sharpens your brain and strengthens your body. Varying grades of indoor walls are available for all skill levels to have the same level of fun! Cast aside your self-doubts and overcome the wall with your partner!
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Home-cooked meal or cooking class
Jump-start your healthy lifestyle by discovering healthy recipes, learning about foods, and spending quality time with your partner to take control of your life
Plan out your meal together to understand each other’s palettes and preferences. You can find some recipes and foods to try on Health Fitness Revolution!
Stop by your local farmer’s market to pick fresh, organic ingredients for your meal and control what goes into your food to avoid excessive calories, sugars, fats, sodium, carbohydrates, and allergens.
Work together to create a savory meal while improving your health!
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Rollerblading and Iceskating
According to a 2019 review, aerobic workouts can boost glucose tolerance and sensitivity and increase normal heart function while reducing blood pressure levels and the risk of atherosclerosis. Rollerblading and iceskating can help improve muscle growth, body coordination, and balance
Whether it be your first time or your hundredth time, the willingness to try something new or improve shows character and understanding.
Throw on those rollerblades or ice skates and start moving together!
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Volunteer at a local shelter
In a 2020 study conducted by researchers in the United Kingdom, volunteer activities increased participants’ happiness over time. Additionally, more frequent volunteers reported better mental health than less frequent volunteers.
Volunteering has been linked to a decreased risk for hypertension in older adults and lower mortality rates.
Volunteering gives you the opportunity to form a sense of purpose and helps find your motivations. Work together with your partner to make an impact in your community.
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