With the beautiful weather that we’ve been having in the DMV, it’s high time that we suggest some date ideas for active couples. Being active makes you more attractive to the opposite sex, and getting in shape with your partner will help get your endorphins flowing, get you more fit, and rev up your sex life! We here at the One Consulting have compiled a list of awesome date ideas for active couples.

Gardening

Even if you live in the District proper and you don’t have a lawn, you can still do a little urban gardening. If you live out in Virginia or Maryland, even better! Gardening is a great activity to do with your partner because it brings you two together to create something. Guys generally gravitate more to the functionality of creating a plant or herb garden, and ladies tend to like the beauty that comes from a flower garden. When you garden with your partner, why not compromise and do both! If you’re planting a garden, you should do it soon though, since this is primetime for growing things (even though DMV summers are very long).

Rock Climbing

Rock climbing is well-known as an equal opportunity sport because there is basically a 50/50 split of male and female climbers. In addition, the different ways that men and women climb (men primarily with their upper body, women with their legs) allows each gender to be better at different kinds of climbing. These characteristics make it a perfect date activity! You can either go to one of the local outdoor climbing spots, or if you’re a beginner you can check out one of the area climbing gyms like Vertical Rock

P.S. Guys, women find rock climbing to be the MOST attractive sport that guys can participate in.
 
 

Tennis

Tennis is a wonderful sport for both men and women. It’s a great way to stay active, even as you get older and it’s a sport that couples can play together. Playing Tennis is one way to discover if you can share your passion for the sport with your potential future partner. You will also learn a lot about each other’s patience on the tennis court, as it is oftentimes an indicator of your overall demeanor. One thing to keep in mind is let the girl make this suggestion first so that you know she’s on board and that you will have a great time!

Nationals Games

Ok, we know the Nationals haven’t had a winning season in their seven-year history but when you’re going on a date, does that really matter? If baseball is America’s pastime, then going on a date to a baseball game should be called dating’s pastime. Here are some things that make this a great activity.

1. There’s always something going on. Whether it’s the home runs or the President’s race, a day at the park is always fun. There’s always something to talk about so conversation should be easy. One thing to remember guys, just because you’re at a baseball game doesn’t necessarily mean that the girl you’re with is interested in batting averages and earned runs. Try to keep the conversation light!
2. Even if they lose, at least you get a tan. A beautiful sunny day at the park with a couple (seriously only a couple) of cold beers is a great way to spend an afternoon, and a day game is a great change of pace from the standard “Do you want to meet for drinks/dinner?”

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