Workout buddy status: official

Carmen and I finally synced our schedules and hit the rec center together today!

Workout buddy status: official

I’ve been wanting a consistent workout partner forever, and she’s exactly what I needed - someone who actually pushes me instead of just gossiping between sets.

We did this killer upper body routine that left my arms feeling like jello. Carmen’s been lifting way longer than me so she kept correcting my form (in the nicest way possible).

Spotting each other through the tough sets

Pretty sure I would’ve dropped a dumbbell on my face without her spotting me through those last few reps.

The best part? She’s just as competitive as I am. We’re already planning our next session for Thursday, and she wants to teach me some of the exercises they do in her nursing program’s fitness requirements. Finally found someone who gets that working out isn’t just about looking good - it’s about feeling strong and capable.

My shoulders are definitely going to hate me tomorrow, but it’s so worth it to have found my workout match!