You've learned from my last post that it can be extremely beneficial to workout with a partner, but what if your coworkers are too busy, your boyfriend likes to spend hours pumping weights with his buddies, and your mom already has her group of workout friends in aqua aerobics for "women of a certain age?"
Forget about them! You can just as easily turn to man's best friend to keep you motivated and in shape!
These days, dogs have it pretty easy. Most are not used for work like herding cattle anymore and they don't have to hunt down their own food. So there's a good chance that Bowzer could benefit from a little physical activity as well.
Aside from feeling like you just couldn't bare to look into that furry face and tell your puppy that you don't feel like playing today, working out with your pet can have many advantages for the both of you:
- Cardio! You may find that your dog has a lot more endurance that you do, running around after him will boost your cardiovascular stamina
- Both exercise and spending time around a furry friend who loves you unconditionally can help lower blood pressure
- Your dog needs the exercise too! It will keep his heart, lungs, circulatory and digestive systems healthy
- The exercise your dog gets will help keep him calmer and more content throughout the rest of the day, especially if he has to be home by himself while you work.
Article Citation:
HealthyPetU."The Benefits of Exercising with Your Dog."HealthyPetU. 25 June 2012. http://www.healthypetu.com/wellness/exercise/the_benefits_of_exercising_wit.aspx. 2011
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