Making connections has never been so easy. A few clicks here, some swipes and messages there, and before you know it, you’re on a date with a potential soulmate. But let’s face it – we could all use some spark in our relationships, and that spark is just a few active date ideas away.
Put an active spin on dates to get your heart pumping with a partner
Don’t just take our word for it – the science behind the benefits of getting active with a significant other is well-documented, as couples who engage in physical activity together report feeling more satisfied with their relationships than those who don’t.
Do you need more reasons to make your dates active? What about the benefits between the sheets? That’s right, physical activity is a great way to spice things up a bit in the bedroom, too. For men, regular physical activity can act as a natural ‘little blue pill’ while reducing risk of erectile problems. As for women, research has found that those who are physically active report greater sexual desire, arousal and satisfaction than women who are sedentary.
Don’t overthink it – just start moving
Planning an ordinary date night can sometimes feel like a tough task, let alone setting one up that involves getting active. But don’t overthink it because getting active on a date is a seriously fun way to get to know someone better, and the chemistry you can build with only a few laps around the running track or swings at the driving range.
The release of those feel-good endorphins within your brain when you get sweaty will also leave you feeling happy and revitalized, not to mention charged up and ready for the next activity. Check out the following fun and active date ideas:
12 active date ideas to spice up your relationship a notch
1. Sign up for a spin cycle class.
2. Hit some golf balls at the driving range.
3. Try a yoga session, either at home or a studio.
4. Hit up a rock-climbing wall.
5. Go bowling (every active minute counts!).
6. Sign up for a dance lesson (salsa, anyone?).
7. Walk on a local hiking trail.
8. Play tennis.
9. Go for a bike ride, either on a tandem bike or your own bikes.
10. Be a local tourist by walking or wheeling on the streets and checking out the shops, cafes and restaurants in your neighbourhood.
11. Go ice skating or roller skating outdoors or at an indoor rink.
12. Play a game of one-on-one basketball.
It might not always be the first thing you think of when planning out a date night or an evening with your partner, but the benefits of getting active together really do extend to all aspects of your life. From better sleep to better sex, physical activity can help you achieve it all.
So, the next time you’re thinking of parking it for the night on the couch with your partner to ‘Netflix and chill’, try one of our active date ideas to get your hearts pumping together. You might just find that your next date (or Valentine’s Day) is your best yet!
