5 Reasons Coupling Up Can Lead to Weight Gain — and 5 Solutions

There are certain side effects of being in a relationship. While falling in love may give you the warm fuzzies, you might also see your health habits fly out the window — and therefore, gain weight.

1. You’ve Abandoned Your Personal Wellness Routine

You used to eat at home and bring your own lunch to work. “Now your lunch routine may be disrupted, and you’re going out for dinner and not having leftovers,” says Planells.

2. You’re Unintentionally Adopting Your Partner’s Unhealthy Habits

You had your eating and food prep down, and then you met your partner, and what and when you ate changed.

3. You’re Having More Alcohol When You Go on Dates

If, for you, dating means meeting for drinks, that’s okay — as long as you’re sticking to one or two drinks (for women and men, respectively),

4. You’re Hanging Out More — and Now Your Fitness Regimen Is Taking a Back Seat

Finding a show you both love to binge-watch does bring you closer, according to a study, so it’s no wonder that you two are planting yourselves on the couch now.

5. You’re Sharing a Bed, and Your Sleep Is Suffering as a Result

If sleepovers are happening, just know that you’re probably not snagging the shut-eye you got when snoozing solo.