Staying In Shape With Your Pet
It’s that time of year, swimsuit season is here! Now, I know most of us dread this part of year, however I have found a fun and easy way to get fit this summer. What makes this exercise routine so fun? It involves your beloved pets! Here are 4 exercises that will ensure a fun time, while also being active for both you and your pet!
Cardio
1. Go for a run/hike
Choose your favorite place to hike or run, and take your furry pal along with you. To ensure no overheating, try running either in the morning or evening when the temperatures have cooled.
Choose your favorite place to hike or run, and take your furry pal along with you. To ensure no overheating, try running either in the morning or evening when the temperatures have cooled.
2. Go for a bike ride
Grab the leash, and go for a bike ride with your pup running alongside of you. Not only will it get their energy out in a fraction of the time, its also very good for you. Click here to read more benefits of running your pup!
Strength Training
1. Owner/Doggy Yoga
Thats right, there is such a thing called “Doga”. Grab your mat and your pup and enjoy the art of yoga with your pup. Read more about doga and its health benefitshere.
1. Owner/Doggy Yoga
Thats right, there is such a thing called “Doga”. Grab your mat and your pup and enjoy the art of yoga with your pup. Read more about doga and its health benefitshere.
2. Playing tug-of-war
Lets get real, almost all dogs love playing tug-of-war, so they won’t see this as a workout. However, for you it can be! Playing tug-of-war engages both your core and arm muscles. So not only will they enjoy it, but it’s also a great way to keep you toned! Read more on the benefits or tug-of-war here.
