LOVE ON THE RUN:
SHOULD YOU RUN
WITH YOUR PARTNER?

Did you know that 79% of people prefer to run without their partner? Where some people thrive on the rush of running alone, some couples prefer to stay in-stride. But what’s the best option for you and your partner?

We’re weighing up which approach works best.

THE HIGH OF RUNNING TOGETHER

There’s something powerful about running in a pair. The shared rhythm. The motivation to keep going. The unspoken support when the miles get tough. The wins feel bigger when they’re shared, whether it’s crushing a new distance, hitting that runner’s high, or making it up that last brutal hill.

The shared experience also extends beyond the physical benefits. Tackling a challenging route together or crossing a finish line side by side can deepen your connection and make personal victories even more meaningful.

THE HIGH OF RUNNING SOLO

Running with someone else isn’t always effortless. You might have different speeds, different goals, different mindsets. One wants to talk, the other needs the beat of a playlist. Running alone? That’s pure freedom. Your pace, your headspace, no compromises. It’s just you and the movement.

And then, there’s growth. When you run alone, you learn to push yourself. It’s where resilience builds. Where confidence grows. Where you realize just how strong you really are.
Solo runs also build independence. Pacing yourself without external motivation reinforces the idea that your success comes from within.

FINDING YOUR RHYTHM

Ultimately, whether you run together or go solo, it’s not about always choosing one over the other. It’s about knowing when to link up and when to break away.

A balanced approach could be your best bet. That’s where run clubs can enter the equation. Running in a group can give you and your partner the best of both worlds. They bring fresh energy, new routes, and a different kind of push. Some days, you can help drive each other forward. Other days, you can feed off the pack and make new friends.

At its core, running, whether solo or together. is not about proving anything to each other. It’s about movement, freedom, and the personal satisfaction that comes from pushing boundaries. However you choose to train, the goal remains the same: to chase that runner’s high and unleash your true self.

A HIGH WORTH CHASING

A 5 AM sprint before the kids wake up. A ‘technically still working’ treadmill sesh. An after-dark loop when the rest of the world is winding down. No matter what, runners will always make it happen – because the high is worth chasing. So go wild.