This is not a lecture, rather a gentle reminder. It is no secret that training groups are a breeding ground for budding relationships. One can spend upwards of two hours a day talking, training, and enjoying a post-run coffee with their training partner. Depending on the level of training, some people end up spending more time socializing with their training partner than they do with their significant other.
When your training partner is someone of the opposite sex, the time spent together can progress the relationship beyond what was originally intended. Sparks have been known to fly and have caused other lifelong promises to wane. When training with someone of the opposite sex while in a relationship with someone else, there are precautionary measures that can be made to help remove the potentiality of a fire before it ignites.
Put Yourself In Your Significant Other’s Shoes
Imagine your significant other was hitting the gym every night with a fit member of the opposite sex? Simply be mindful of their feelings and do not dismiss their feelings as jealousy. Avoid temptation.
Do Not Complain About Your Spouse To Your Training Partner
If your training partner of the opposite sex starts sympathizing with you, consoling you, and complaining about their significant other, you are likely to start wishing that your significant other were more like your training partner. You may want to run away from this training partner or recommend a well-respected marriage counsellor. Read More
