true . because a friend will help you in many different ways like if you fall maybe by catching you , if she or he sees you doing a exercise wrong that can hurt you or injure you she or he will let you know or warn you . and in physical activities too to watch over you to make sure your not going to hurt yourself or in need of assistance . when you try a new sport its always good to have a friend there with you to support you and help you in case if you need help