Joint physical activity helps couples resolve conflicts, US study finds

A US study has found that couples who participate in physical activities together are better able to resolve conflicts.

The study added that marital relationships do not always require elaborate plans to restore closeness; simple moments can open space for dialogue and listening, away from the pressures of work and daily responsibilities, according to Sputnik.

The study surveyed around 1,700 young married couples in the United States. Its results showed that engaging in physical activity, whether individually or together, was linked to better relationship indicators, but the positive effect was strongest when couples exercised together.