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Training Alone or With a Gym Buddy?
Posted: Tue Jan 20, 2026 8:48 am
by AndrewPd
4.Been lifting solo for years, but thinking about switching it up. Do partners help you push harder or do they just slow things down?
Re: Training Alone or With a Gym Buddy?
Posted: Tue Jan 20, 2026 9:02 am
by ThomasM
I train better alone. No waiting around, no distractions, just get in and get the work done.
Re: Training Alone or With a Gym Buddy?
Posted: Tue Jan 20, 2026 9:12 am
by Luis-VIP
A good partner helps a lot, but only if you’re on the same page. Bad partners ruin workouts fast.
Re: Training Alone or With a Gym Buddy?
Posted: Tue Jan 20, 2026 9:28 am
by Huntert90
Heavy days like bench or squats are better with a partner. Everything else I prefer solo.
Re: Training Alone or With a Gym Buddy?
Posted: Tue Jan 20, 2026 10:40 am
by JustinMk
I’ve done both. Partner helps with motivation, but solo training keeps my focus sharper.
Re: Training Alone or With a Gym Buddy?
Posted: Tue Jan 20, 2026 11:35 am
by brunoG67
Most people say they want a partner, but then schedules never line up. Solo is more consistent.
Re: Training Alone or With a Gym Buddy?
Posted: Tue Jan 20, 2026 12:17 pm
by BrockCG
Training partners are great when they’re serious. If not, it turns into more talking than lifting.
Re: Training Alone or With a Gym Buddy?
Posted: Tue Jan 20, 2026 1:16 pm
by AndrewPd
Sounds like it really comes down to the person. A solid partner could help, but solo training still seems hard to beat for consistency and focus.