
Accountability Partner: Why Telling Someone You'll Train Actually Works
The science of social support and public commitment explains why telling someone your training plan beforehand changes behavior more than willpower alone.
Tips, strategies and science for anyone who wants to stay active and consistent.

The science of social support and public commitment explains why telling someone your training plan beforehand changes behavior more than willpower alone.

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