Go from couch to 5K with your dog by using this running plan prepared by Leash Your Fitness , a fitness company that offers classes for people to exercise with their dogs.
This Training Plan is just a guide. You should consult your vet before starting any exercise plan with your dog. You should also closely monitor your dog while running to make sure he/she enjoys it and is not overheating, overexerting or exhibiting an injury.
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Week |
Sunday |
Monday |
Tuesday |
Wednesday |
Thursday |
Friday |
Saturday |
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1 |
1 mile walk |
Rest |
1 mile: alt 1 min run/2 min walk |
Rest |
1 mile: alt 1 min run/2 min walk |
Rest |
1 mile: alt 1 min run/30 sec walk |
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2 |
1.5 mile walk |
Rest |
1 mile: alt 2 min run/1 min walk |
Rest |
1 mile: alt 3 min run/1 min walk |
Rest |
1 mile all running |
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3 |
2 mile walk |
Rest |
1.5 miles: alt 3 min run/1 min walk |
Rest |
1.5 miles: alt 3 min run/30 sec walk |
Rest |
2 miles: alt 4 min run/1 minute walk |
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4 |
2.5 mile walk |
Rest |
2 miles: alt 5 min run/1 min walk |
Rest |
2 miles: alt 5 min run/30 sec walk |
Rest |
2 miles all running |
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5 |
3 mile walk |
Rest |
2.5 miles: alt 4 min run/1 min walk |
Rest |
2.5 miles: alt 4 min run/30 sec walk |
Rest |
3 miles: alt 4 min run/1 minute walk |
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6 |
2 mile walk |
Rest |
3 miles: alt 4 min run/1 min walk |
Rest |
3 miles: alt 4 min run/30 sec walk |
Rest |
5k! 3.1 miles all running |