National Pet Day – Get Fit with your Furry Friends

Our pets aren’t just our loyal companions – they can also be our workout partners! Exercising with your furry friend can make fitness more enjoyable, strengthen the bond between you, and provide significant mental health benefits. 

Studies show that working out with your pet can reduce stress, anxiety, and depression by releasing feel-good hormones like oxytocin. Plus, the playful energy of your pet can boost your mood and motivation to get moving. 

And from a physical standpoint, having a workout buddy – even a four-legged one – can push you to work harder and stay accountable to your fitness goals.

Keeping your pet active is essential for their overall wellbeing too. Regular exercise helps dogs and cats maintain a healthy weight, strengthen muscles and bones, and stave off many age-related issues. Plus, a tired pet is often a better-behaved pet!

In honor of National Pet Day, here are 7 fun ways you can get fit with your furry friend:

For the Dog Lovers:

1. Go for a Hike – Hit the trails with your pup and enjoy scenic views while getting your steps in. Just be sure to pack plenty of water and bring along our Dog JIG supplement to support their joint, immunity, and gut health.
2. Play Fetch – Running back and forth to retrieve the ball is a great cardio workout for both you and your dog. Our Dog JIG is formulated with organic coconut oil and rose hips, as well as Grass-Fed Collagen Peptides to promote mobility.
3. Try Doga (Dog Yoga) – Stretch and flow through yoga poses with your canine co-yogi. The shared relaxation is great for your mental health.
4. Train for an Obstacle Course – Set up a DIY agility course in your backyard and race your pup through the obstacles. The beetroot powder in our Dog JIG can help boost their energy levels.
5. Go for a Swim – Swimming is an excellent low-impact exercise. If your dog loves the water, you can do laps together or play fetch in the pool.

Feline Fitness:

1. Use Playtime as Exercise – Engage your cat’s natural hunting instincts with interactive toys like wands and laser pointers. This gets them moving and grooving, which improves their cardiovascular health. You can even get in on the fun by chasing after the toy alongside your cat!
2. Go for a Stroll – Leash-train your cat and take them on short walks around the neighborhood. Not only will this provide mental stimulation for your feline friend, but you’ll get your steps in too.

Nutrition for your Dog

Of course, keeping your pet healthy and strong is just as important as your own fitness journey. That’s why we created our Dog JIG supplement, featuring a premium blend of ingredients like non-GMO bovine collagen, organic hemp protein, and beetroot powder. These targeted nutrients support joint mobility, immune function, and digestive health – so your four-legged friend can live its best life.

Nutrition for your YOU

And for you, the pet parent, our premium whey isolate, collagen powder, and protein bars can fuel your own workouts and wellness goals. With the right supplements, you and your furry friend can conquer any fitness challenge.

So this National Pet Day, make a commitment to get fit together. Your pets will thank you – and so will your mind, body, and soul.