Canicross Couch to 5K training program - Week 4

Dogs are the best training buddies! They are always ready and happy to get out with us.

To many of our athletes, having a four-legged training buddy makes a massive difference mentally and physically. See why and how in this video:

This week’s training sessions

Session 13 (suggested Tuesday)

• 6-min brisk walk.
• 3 * 4:00 jog/2:00 walk.
• 6-min brisk walk.

Session 14 (suggested Thursday)

• 6-min brisk walk.
• 4 * 4:00 jog/2:00 walk.
• 6-min brisk walk.

Session 15 (suggested Saturday)

• Canicross, 1km.

Session 16 (suggested Sunday)

• 21 min brisk walking/jogging.

Why strength training is important

A strong body is essential when doing canicross at any level to avoid pain or injuries. Our dogs are always pulling our core away from the position we would normally run in.

Have you remembered to do the strength sessions in addition to running? If not, you find the exercises here.

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