Canicross Couch to 5K training program - Week 6

Life with dogs can sometimes be challenging - even though it doesn't seem so on everyone's social media! Maybe your dog does not understand the task. They might lunge at other dogs or make a mess in your house.

Luckily, training canicross together has several positive effects on your dog's physical and mental health. We have talked to canicross athletes Nick and Joy Weis about this topic. You will find the inspiring podcast episode with them below, but first;

This week's training sessions

Session 21 (suggested Tuesday)

• 9-min brisk walk.
• 3 * 7:30 jog/1:30 walk.
• 9-min brisk walk.

Session 22 (suggested Thursday)

• 9-min brisk walk.
• 3 * 9:00 jog/3:00 walk.
• 9-min brisk walk.

Session 23 (suggested Saturday)

• Canicross, 2 km.

Session 24 (suggested Sunday)

• 24 min brisk walking/jogging.

- If something bad happens, it doesn’t mean you failed as a dog trainer

...It just means you have more work to do, which everyone does!

Nobody’s going to post a picture on Instagram of their two dogs that just got in a fight. They’re going to post a beautiful picture on a hike, and “my dogs are wonderful.” says Nick and Joy Weis.

Click here to listen to the episode!

How canicross helps rehabilitate rescue dogs

Canicross is essential to rehabilitating dogs for the non-profit organization 2 Save Me. They rescue abused cats and dogs and find them new forever homes.

We hope these stories inspire you to continue running with your dog!

Feel free to share your trainings with us and the community by using #mytrainingbuddy in social media.

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