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If you have a dog, you already have a built-in exercise partner!
In this lighthearted and motivating episode, fitness professional and author Tracy L. Markley shares how simply walking your dog can naturally increase your daily activity, improve your fitness, and support overall wellness — without feeling like a workout.

Tracy explains why dog owners tend to walk more, how even short walks add up, and how movement becomes more enjoyable when you’re doing it with a furry friend. She also gives fun and practical tips for getting extra strength and mobility benefits during your dog walks — from adding gentle lunges to mindful posture… and yes, even remembering to pick up the poop (with a little giggle included).

This episode is encouraging, simple, relatable, and a great reminder that movement doesn’t have to be complicated. Sometimes it’s as easy as putting on your shoes, grabbing the leash, and heading outside.

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL HEAR:

• Why dog owners naturally walk more throughout the week
• The fitness benefits of regular dog walking
• Fun ideas to add gentle exercises — like lunges or posture work — during walks
• How walking improves balance, leg strength, and mental well-being
• Why movement is easier when it’s connected to a routine or responsibility
• Lighthearted reminders about being present, staying safe, and… picking up the poop!

This episode encourages listeners to make movement enjoyable, simple, and part of everyday life — with the help of a four-legged friend.

🌐 LEARN MORE FROM TRACY

Website: www.tracymarkley.com

Amazon Author Page: www.amazon.com/author/tracymarkley

Instagram: www.instagram.com/motivate_healthyfit

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