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The only thing that makes running better? Running with a friend! Check out eight compelling reasons from Active.com on why a buddy will rock your run!
1. Chat it up. There’s nothing like a good conversation to make a run fly by.
2. A partner can help troubleshoot your form. Have them look at your stride and point out where you can improve.
3. Safety. A running partner means more safety – particularly during nighttime runs.
4. Pacesetters. A running partner can help kick it up a notch if you’re going for speed or slow things down when you need to take it easy.
5. Entertainment. A partner is a pick-me-up when you get bored.
6. Punctuality. If you are inclined to miss running days, a partner will help hold you accountable.
7. Extra brain power. A partner will bring fresh eyes to your run – and help liven up your run with new routes and perspective.
8. Human alarm clocks. Partners make great alarm clocks to help you get in those morning runs you’ve always wanted.