(Buddy training can be used for Pilates, Yoga, Personal Training.) Working out regularly can be tough, which is probably why statistics show that 80 percent of American adults do not get the recommended amount of exercise. One of the best ways to increase your chances of not only meeting that recommendation, but becoming more heart healthy, is to find a friend to exercise with you. ,1. Accountability. You and your workout buddy can hold each other accountable. If one of you gets unmotivated, the other can help re-motivate you. Guilt can be a big motivator specifically in the context of not wanting to let your friend down when you decide to sleep in, and your friend shows up to go running. That extra level of accountability increases your odds of success. 2. Fun. Yes, exercise can in fact be fun. If you have someone to laugh with as you work out, you will have more positive emotions related to working out and you will stop dreading it. (EACH BUDDY PARTICIPANT MUST HAVE SESSIONS IN ...