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Partner Workout

Written by Julie and Dave | Jul 22, 2020, 11:00:00 AM

Lets face it, working out alone is no fun! So grab your partner or workout buddy and try this - just 7 exercises with 10-15 reps each. Repeat the circuit 2-3 times for a total body workout.

Exercise 1: Partner Push-ups

Stand with feet outside hips, hold hands, and lean inwards in a push up position. 10-15 reps.

Exercise 2: Band Back Rows/Isometric Squat

Partner A grabs the band in the center and sits into an isometric squat. Partner B holds the handles and rows the elbows back past ribs. 10-15 reps. Switch roles and repeat.

Exercise 3: Over the Partner Push-Ups

Partner A holds a hover on the elbows. Partner B performs a push up with one hand on the shoulder and switches over to the other side. 10-12 reps. Switch roles and repeat.

Exercise 4: Partner Plank Deadlift

Partner A holds a plank on the hands while Partner B holds ankles. Partner B performs a deadlift by hinging from the hips with soft knees. 10-15 reps. Switch roles and repeat.

Exercise 5: Partner Squat Sit with Plate Pass

Partners sit into an isometric squat back to back. Pass a plate over head for 10-15 reps.

Exercise 6: Leg Toss

Partner A lays on the ground and holds Partner B’s ankles. Partner A lifts legs to straight over hips. Partner B throws the legs down straight and on angles. 10-15 reps. Switch roles and repeat.

Exercise 7: Isometric Partner Wood Chop

Partner A holds the band straight out in front of chest. Partner B steps away to create tension on the band. Then, twist with the handle at chest height side to side. 10-15 reps on each side then switch roles.

Watch the full workout here.