FitLabPGH brought to you by Moving2Live promotes the ethos #movement is a lifestyle, not just an activity with 3 movement tips a week and a Lab Lesson aka learn from the Labradors.
This week the Labradors remind us to Celebrate Movement
Our movement tips: It’s OK to go slow, Cycling gloves- not just for winter & Simple summer smoothie recipe
Labrador Lesson for 6/30/23:
Celebrate Movement.
As Labradors, we enjoy EVERY opportunity to move…even when it’s hot…or cold…or rainy…or when the air quality is bad due to Canadian wildfires…Humans sometimes focus on the negative aspects of their movement practice…weather, crowds, difficulty level…instead, try focusing on the positive…celebrate your opportunities to move.
Whether you’re a human or a dog, remember that the opportunity to move is worth celebrating! Move more. Move often. Celebrate your opportunities to move.
FitLabPGH brought to you by Moving2Live promotes the ethos #movement is a lifestyle, not just an activity with 3 movement tips a week and a Lab Lesson aka learn from the Labradors.
This week the Labs remind us “Rest” is not a 4-Letter Word
Our movement tips: Do you have movement goals? Adults can play too & Listen to your Body
Labrador Lesson for 6/23/23:
“Rest” is not a 4-letter word.
As Labradors, we like to move every day. Our humans mix in longer and shorter movement sessions, but after 7-10 days of walking/hiking/running, we’re due for a rest day. We may get a bit stir crazy by the end of that rest day, but our humans tell us that regular rest days reduce our risk of injury and help us keep moving throughout our lives.
Whether you’re a human or a dog, remember that Rest is not a 4-letter word. Design a movement plan that incorporates rest and includes activities you enjoy. Move more. Move often. Make time for rest and recovery.
Labrador Lesson for 6/16/23:
Paw Protection Reminder.
As Labradors, we like to get outside to move year-round, but when the heat of Summer arrives, we need to take steps to protect our paws. While we can do a great “hot girl walk,” we want to avoid a hot paw walk!Our humans adapt our route to seek shade and soft surfaces. If we need to walk in the sun, we avoid the mid-day heat, and our humans test the surface temperature with their hands before we put our paws at risk. If the surface temperature gets too warm, we’ll cut our walk short or find a cooler, soft-surface route. The goal is to keep moving year-round…without risking an injury.
Move more. Move often. Adapt your movement routine as necessary to keep your 4-legged friends safe and healthy through the Summer.
Labrador Lesson for 6/9/23:
Set realistic movement goals.
As Labradors, we like to get outside to move year-round, but goal-setting is not in our wheelhouse, so we leave that to our humans. Our humans set realistic goals to minimize our risk of injury so that we can continue to move throughout our lifespan. If you’re setting goals for your 4-legged friends, remember the goal needs to be realistic for their needs and abilities. Our humans choose a movement plan designed to keep us cool, comfortable, and safe.
Move more. Move often. Set realistic movement goals for yourself, and your 4-legged friends, that will maximize your ability to keep moving for the long-term.
FitLabPGH brought to you by Moving2Live promotes the ethos #movement is a lifestyle, not just an activity with 3 movement tips a week and a Lab Lesson aka learn from the Labradors.
This week the Labs remind us Adapt for the Seasons
Our movement tips: Message from the Trail, Take a Data Break & #beconsistent
Labrador Lesson for 6/2/23:
Adapt for the seasons.
As Labradors, we like to get outside to move year-round, but we know our movement routine needs to adapt with the seasons. In late Fall and Winter, when temps drop below freezing (and ticks are less active), we take our humans hiking in the woods. When temperatures rise, we still seek soft surfaces, but to minimize the heat of the sun and tick exposure, we look for shady sections of the local Rails-to-Trails. We also get out early to avoid mid-day heat and stop for water breaks. Our humans carry a @nalgene bottle filled with @berkey_filters water for us.
Move more. Move often. Adapt your movement routine as necessary to keep moving safely throughout the year.
FitLabPGH brought to you by Moving2Live promotes the ethos #movement is a lifestyle, not just an activity with 3 movement tips a week and a Lab Lesson aka learn from the Labradors.
This week the Labs remind us to Remember Your 4-Legged Friends When Planning a Vacation
Our movement tips: give yourself permission to move, explore more & Strava is just a tool
Labrador Lesson for 5/26/23:
Remember your 4-legged friends when planning a vacation.
Some vacations are perfect for including your 4-legged friend (a road trip to a pet-friendly destination). Other vacations require you to leave your pet(s) at home…when you can’t travel with your pet, do your homework to insure the best possible staycation for your 4-legged friends. If you have a friend or family member who can pet-sit, great! If not, get referrals and do your due diligence before choosing a pet-sitter or boarding facility.
Move more. Move with your pets. Factor in your pets when planning a vacation.