Last year I switched Chester and Gretel to grain-free kibble. I did a lot of research to find a food with high protein and fat because we were going to hike the second highest mountain peak in Washington state. They were going to need the muscle building protien and the fat energy source for the amount of training we were going to do. Life got in the way and we weren't able to train last year. … [Read more...]
I am still struggling to find that balance that I mentioned in the last update. Jodi from Kol's Notes told me to stop being so hard on myself for missing a few days here and there because I was still walking more regularly in January than I had been previously. She hit it right on because I had been beating myself up about it. Since I view balance as a long-term pursuit, and finding balance can … [Read more...]
Well, it hasn't quite been a week since the challenge started. I was excited to start our regular walking routine (well...kind of....it's more like "committed") so we actually started the challenge a day early with a 30-minute walk on New Years Eve. When we got back from our walk, Chester and Gretel were zooming around like crazy! I am sure they can handle more than a 30-miute walk a day … [Read more...]
OK.....I have kind of a rant. The point of a walk is for your dog to burn off some energy from being cooped up all day. It is to burn some calories to help them maintain a healthy weight (Significant calories can't be burned if you are not actually covering some ground). It is to help their joints stay flexible and their muscles strong. Your dog should know you mean business - a walk is actual … [Read more...]
I decided to change Chester and Gretel's traditional kibble to grain-free because of the many health benefits of this diet. Some of my other friends are feeding raw but grain-free kibble is the best choice for me because it is more convenient and the best choice for those on a tight schedule (like me). I stopped by Health Mutt for a visit the other day and got talking with the owner about … [Read more...]
Chester is at mid age and has lived a very active life. If his experience is like mine, things ache and are starting to wear out. I want him to live a long, happy, comfortable, active life so I thought it was a good idea to get him a joint support formula to help his little body out. I searched online for a really good joint formula and saw reviews on Phycox Canine Joint Support that claimed it … [Read more...]
We are always talking about the benefits of exercising with your dog. We love to hike, and even occasionally run, with our dogs (yes, believe it or not, Dachshunds are good runners – why do you think there are so many weiner races out there?) but walking is the easiest, bet way for you and your pooch to get exercise together. We think that any basic exercise plan has to start with walking. If … [Read more...]
Last week I told you that I was going to start a Couch to 10k training program with Gretel. I wanted to provide weekly updates so you can follow us on our adventure in spirit or physically if you have decided to start our training program yourself. I have found that the only way for me to be motivated to actually train for anything is to set a goal. Our goal here, of course, is a 10k. I decided … [Read more...]
Chester and I used to be runners. Chester helped me train for my marathon and ran all of the short runs with me. In his younger, more in shape years he could run 5 or 6 miles before he got tired. An injury stopped my running career for a few years and since then Chester and I have never gotten back into running regularly. We will still run on occasion but it is only a mile or two here and … [Read more...]
Summer is finally here in Seattle. It’s time to start setting your sights on goals for the season. For instance….getting out to hike with your dog more. If you are a Seattle local, or did a little online research of the area, you probably know some of the area’s most famous hiking trails: Mount Si, Little Si , Rattlesnake Ledge , Lake 22, Wallace Falls, Tiger Mountain, Twin Falls, etc. … [Read more...]
When I worked for REI, I saw the popularity of hiking increase. As the economy tanked more people started taking Staycations and choosing to explore close to home instead of spending thousands of dollars on a vacation. People are also increasingly finding the desire to get back to basics, simplify and connect with nature. We are surrounded by so much stuff competing for our time – our cell … [Read more...]
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