The secret to improving your health may just be your best friend–your dog. Dog owners will benefit by incorporating a fitness program into their dogs daily walk or playtime routine. By simply adding sit-ups, squats, lunges, and other strength or dumbbell exercises, not only will you get a great workout but your dog will burn off energy and remain healthy as well.
Taking your dog for a walk gives you a excellent cardiovascular workout. Playing tug of war with a dog rope or a piece of rope tied to a dumbbell can give you a good interval and strength workout. Try playing fetch with your dog. It will not only give your dog a great cardiovascular workout but you too will get an excellent workout. You may also want to try doing some pushups or sit-ups (use dumbbells for added resistance) while your dog fetches a ball.
Exercising with your dog can be done anywhere and at any time. Exercise at an intensity level that is right for the both of you. So before you lace up your sneakers, consider you and your dog’s health and personal fitness.
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