Hola Elegant Readers,

It’s a blistering 95 degrees in my neck of the woods. Thank the Lord for central air conditioning.

As I beat the heat by staying inside, I like to get my exercise on in full force.

I like to replicate the moves that I see my little Gio and Vinny do because I can benefit also.

Below are some suggestions that can increase your workout that are dog-inspired and fun.

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I learned a few moves from Gio and Vinny (in the picture below).

Gio and Vinny

Gio (0n the left) and Vinny (on the right)

I see them doing the downward dog and this picture I am doing the lift a leg. The leg lift works my hips and glutes and keeps it right and tight. The standing leg is also getting a good workout too.

 

Lifting leg move

Lifting leg move

One of my other favorite moves is running up and down the steps for resistance.  Gio and Vinny will glide off the steps effortlessly and always get a good run in.

Running up steps

Running up steps

An important move from my doggies that I learn is that stretching is a must after finishing a workout. Stretching lengthens, elongates and helps prevents injury.  Not a good idea to stretch on cold muscle.

Stretching my legs

Stretching my legs

Stretching correctly prepares you for your next workout and that’s why it’s so important. My fur babies are part of the family and it’s nice to know that when I am doing my exercises that some of the moves I get from them. Win Win!

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