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Monday, May 10, 2010

Agility Fitness Isn't Just For the Dogs

Today starts week 3 of my run/walk program. I am tempted to repeat week 2 because I still feel like it's enough of a challenge. Or I could try the increase that the third week presents and cut back if it's too much. I've been feeling a tiny bit faster on the agility courses I run which means I'm getting where I need to be for us to work better as a team. At our last agility trial, the beginning of April, I felt out of shape and it showed. I was slow and unable to create the path I wanted for myself. Siena is forgiving and saves my butt often, but that's not her job. Truly and I are just starting out as a team and I almost ran into her at that trial in jumpers because of poor timing and sluggish running. We owe it to our dogs to bring our best selves to the game. Just like we prepare them with training, warm-ups and maintaining their fitness level so should we. Time to look in the mirror and be honest! It's safer for us and our dogs to be at a decent fitness level. Getting frustrated can be a catalyst for amazing change!

Sneakers on, watch set, iPod playing.....Game on!

This is the program I follow:
http://www.coolrunning.com/engine/2/2_3/181.shtml?act=AFC-SocialMedia&Property=CoolRunning&Sport=Running&PageType=Content_Articles&Emp=TO&PostType=Profile_Link&Site=C25kfacebook&Dy=8_11_09&Note=C25kfanpagelink

Sunday, May 9, 2010

Happy Mother's Day

It's a quiet day around here so after my run/walk and biking with the dogs I spent some time updating my blog. After sitting for awhile though I just had to get back outside to get some agility training done. Worked threadles, cueing the backside of jumps and wrapping. Also, worked on back crossing into the weaves. With Siena I also added more distance with her teeter contacts. Even added some layering.
This week I officially start training weave poles with Zap. He is 16 months old and I'm curious to see how quickly he picks it up. Gosh he is growing up to be a handsome, eye catching boy.
The "Broadway" litter turned 6 months old yesterday. Parker will be starting Therapy dog classes soon and I couldn't be prouder! Thinking of these 3 puppies always puts a smile on my face :) No updated pictures of them for today, but hopefully soon.