FitLabPGH promotes #movementisalifestyle with weekly movement tips & a Labrador Lesson. This week the Labs say It’s All About The Dogs!!
Our Movement Tips: Adults Can Play Too & Not All Movement Activities Need to be Epic
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FitLabPGH Lab Lessons 19:24 It’s All About the Dogs
Labrador Lesson from FitLabPGH:
It’s All About the Dogs.
You may have a plan when you go out for a walk, hike, or run that includes a certain pace. If you’re moving with dogs, remember to factor their comfort into your plan. If you have a dog who doesn’t love heat (or who isn’t acclimated to heat), a fast run on a hot Spring day is not a good idea. Of course, don’t risk your safety trying to keep up with your dog! And don’t risk your dog’s health asking him/her to keep up with you.
Move more. Move often. Move with your dogs. Stay safe.
FitLabPGH’s Movement Tips & Labrador Lessons 18:24
FitLabPGH promotes #movementisalifestyle with weekly movement tips & a Labrador Lesson. This week the Labs say Don’t Let “Bad” Weather Keep You Inside
Our Movement Tips: It’s OK To “Just” Move & There Is No “Should” In Movement
FitLabPGH Lab Lessons 18:24 Don’t Let “Bad” Weather Keep You Inside
Labrador Lesson from FitLabPGH:
Don’t Let “Bad” Weather Keep You Inside.
We all have different definitions of “bad” weather. For the Labradors, a snowy walk means best day ever. The humans at FitLab prefer warmer, drier conditions, but the Labs remind us to get outside…even on a chilly, drizzly, foggy morning. Safety first: we DO let thunderstorms 🌩️ keep us inside. But if it’s safe to get outside, we leash the Labs and get moving.
Move more. Move often. Whether you’re a dog or a human, don’t let less than ideal weather keep you inside.
FitLabPGH Lab Lessons 17:24 Show Some Perseverance
Labrador Lesson from FitLabPGH:
Show Some Perseverance.
Sometimes your movement plans get disrupted…when they do, keep moving. Our first attempt to hike the Meadow Mountain Trail in Deep Creek Lake State Park was thwarted by thunderstorms. Attempt number two was cut short because Lisa forgot to bring water on an unexpectedly warm day. The third attempt was a success, and we’re now including this trail in our regular movement routine. If at first you don’t succeed, try, and try again…and again.
Move more. Move often. Show perseverance with your movement.
FitLabPGH Lab Lessons 16:24 Include Your Dogs In Your Spring Adventures
Labrador Lesson from FitLabPGH:
Include Your Dogs in Your Spring Adventures.
Spring is a great time to get outside for long hikes, bike rides, and runs. The Labradors would like to remind you that your dogs also like to participate in Spring adventures. If your activity of choice isn’t dog friendly, consider adding a shorter dog walk to that day’s agenda. If your outdoor activity IS dog friendly, remember to bring dog snacks and water if necessary.
Move more. Move often. Include your dogs in your Spring adventures.
FitLabPGH Lab Lessons 15:24 An Imperfect Walk is Better Than No Walk
Labrador Lesson from FitLabPGH:
An Imperfect Walk is Better than No Walk.
The Labradors were looking forward to a weekend of hiking the hilly, rocky trails of Western Maryland. Instead, they found themselves in the Pittsburgh area, and wet trails meant no hiking in the woods. They could have complained, or refused to walk, but they got outside and enjoyed a walk with their human staff on the Montour Trail.
Move more. Move often. Whether you’re a dog or a human, remember an imperfect walk is better than no walk at all.
FitLabPGH Lab Lessons 14:24 Dog Walk Essentials
Labrador Lesson from FitLabPGH:
Dog Walk Essentials.
The Labradors rely on their “staff” for planning and executing their movement activities. They would like to share their top 3 essentials for dog walks. 1. Leashes and collars (so the staff doesn’t wander off). 2. 💩 bags (leave no trace). 3. A positive attitude…meaning a dog walk is all about the Labs…not about Ben’s Strava achievements.
Move more. Move often. When you move with dogs, put their needs first.
FitLabPGH Lab Lessons 13:24 Explore New Places to Move
Labrador Lesson from FitLabPGH:
Explore New Places to Move.
The Labradors know the first key to making movement part of your lifestyle is finding movement activities you enjoy. For the Labs, that means hiking and trail running, especially on hilly, soft-surface trails. The second key is being consistent with your movement practice; move on a regular basis. Once you’ve established a consistent, enjoyable movement practice, you can incorporate the final suggestion from the Labs: explore new places to move to keep your routine from becoming boring. In this video, the Labs enjoyed the High Rocks climb to an abandoned fire tower in Savage River State Forest.
Move more. Move often. Be consistent. Explore new places to move.
FitLabPGH Lab Lessons 12:24 Leash Your Humans
Labrador Lesson from FitLabPGH:
Leash Your Humans.
When the Labs get outside to walk with their human staff, they make sure to keep the human on a leash. Their top 3 reasons for keeping Ben on a leash? 1. To keep Ben from getting distracted and wandering off. 2. Some people/dogs don’t appreciate an unleashed human running up to greet them. 3. To keep Ben safe (no darting off into traffic).
The #1 goal when you move outside is to get home safely. Move more. Move often. If you’re a dog moving outside, leash your human so that you all get home safely.