September Starts Tomorrow. Grab the Leash. 🐾

Tomorrow is September 1st—and around here, we’re starting something new.

Being that September is Responsible Dog Ownership Month as well as National Service Dog Month, which makes it a pretty perfect time to focus on something I believe strongly:

Our dogs aren’t just living beside us.

They can be part of the journey with us.

And this September, Freedom and I are putting that idea into action.

A Brand-New September Workout 🐕💪

Today, Freedom and I are wrapping up our August workouts.

Tomorrow?

We start fresh.

I’ve created a brand-new September workout that I’ll be following throughout the month—and I’m inviting you and your dog to come along with us.

This isn’t a “watch me do a perfect workout” kind of challenge.

Trust me. There will probably be some imperfect push-ups involved. 😂

This is about PROGRESS!

Throughout September, I’ll be working on my own strength, fitness, stress management and overall wellness while finding ways to include Freedom in the process.

That means walking.

Strength training.

Core work.

Stretching.

De-stressing.

Dog training.

And yes… those PUSH-UPS.

But here’s where things get really fun.

Your Dog Gets to Work Out, Too 🐾

No, I’m not expecting Freedom to grab a pair of dumbbells.

Instead, I’ll be showing you ways to incorporate your dog into different exercises by teaching them movements and behaviors that complement what you’re doing.

I move.

Freedom moves.

I exercise

Freedom gets a little physical and mental exercise of her own.

And we’re doing it together.

Throughout September, I’ll be creating videos demonstrating different exercises, how I’m working on them myself, and ways you can safely involve your dog.

Some movements may be easy.

Some might take us a while to master.

And some may look pretty funny while we’re figuring them out. Some embrassing ugly or like a beginner…..but my promise is not to give up as I share my experience with your and our dogs!

That’s part of the journey.

Both Ends of the Leash

There’s something else I want this month to be about.

Responsible dog ownership isn’t only about feeding your dog, taking them to the veterinarian or remembering the poop bags—although please remember the poop bags. 😉

It’s also about giving our dogs opportunities for exercise, enrichment, training, companionship and connection.

And taking care of ourselves matters, too.

Because there are two ends of that leash.

When we move together, train together, play together and even slow down together, we’re building healthier habits for both of us.

That’s what September is going to explore.

And We’re Starting Tomorrow so join us daily here at this blog…..join our newsletter for even more weekly updates and programs we’ll be putting together.

I’m not waiting until I’ve perfected everything before I share it.

I’m bringing you along while I do it.

You’ll see the exercises.

You’ll see the videos.

You’ll see Freedom learning right beside me.

You’ll probably see me struggle with a few things.

And hopefully, you’ll see us improve as September goes along.

More importantly, maybe you’ll decide to join us.

You don’t have to be an athlete.

Your dog doesn’t have to be perfectly trained.

You don’t need fancy equipment.

You just need somewhere to begin.

So tonight, find your sneakers.

Find that leash.

Call your dog.

Tomorrow morning, Freedom and I are kicking off our September journey.

One woman. One dog. One month of getting stronger, healthier and happier—together.

Who’s coming with us? 🐕🐾💪

See you September 1st.

Until then have a happy and healthy tail wagging end of August

— Pamela & Freedom

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