What is a Workout Widow? I guess that’s the obvious question. It varies person to person, but for me it is this:
A person in a committed relationship whose partner’s exercise intrudes to the point of consistently causing conflict, resentment, or negative pressures on their relationship.
Each situation is different, but there are some common areas where problems arise:
- Financial issues
- Decreased time together
- Less help with household activities
- Less time spent with children
- Pressure to take part in exercise related activities they have no interest in “for your own benefit” or “to spend more time together”
- Decreased sex/ social life
- Feelings that their own hobbies or interests are not as valued or regarded as important as their partner’s “real” hobby
This is just a small sample of the issues that I will discuss in detail as this blog goes along. Did you notice a theme among these issues? Most are about priorities and values. This isn’t a right/ wrong type situation. It’s about foster a better relationship where both sides grow not just as individuals but together.
Thanks
Dave
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