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Fitness dates
If you are looking to reignite the spark in your relationship or for a new way to spend a first date, why not consider a physically active outing? The energy you usually expend on making a fancy dinner could be invested in planning a fitness adventure for you and your boyfriend, partner, husband, lover or blind date. Try any of the following romantic outings to make your heart beat a little faster.
Bowling with your better half
Don’t rule out the bowling alley as a romantic hotspot just because it lacks the ambiance of a candlelit restaurant. Assuming you’re spending it with the right person, a night at the lanes can be as sensuous as you make it. Cultivate the spirit of romance (and be a little silly) by choosing an alias for the evening. What man can resist an opponent named Hot Lips? Put your weight behind each slide of the ball and you’ll give your hips, legs and bowling arm a nice workout. And not a word against those borrowed bowling shoes. Try to think of them as retro Campers.
Couples skate
Not only will an hour of ice skating improve your balance and leg muscles, but you and your date will burn around 420 calories each. And don’t worry about being Michelle Kwan-esque. A few laps around the rink will melt all your reservations about wiping out in front of that special someone. Finally, don’t despair if you can’t get to that picture-perfect frozen pond. Indoor arenas have smoother ice and better soundtracks – just grab your partner’s hand and glide to the beat of whatever’s in the background.
Romantic run
Every relationship has its landmarks, so why not revisit yours? After all, when was the last time you had a drink at the pub, where you had your first date, or crossed that quiet bridge, where you had your first kiss? It's always a good time to get nostalgic and burn a few calories while you’re at it. During this jog down memory lane, concentrate on maintaining a speedy clip and keeping your arms moving, then finish by rewarding yourselves with dinner at your favourite restaurant – as long as the dress code permits trainers.
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