Is walking my dog a good way to exercise?

Jonathan Penney on behalf of National Academy of Sports Medicine

Fitness

YES! Walking your dog is a great way to help keep you motivated and keep you moving. Your dog needs daily exercise as do we! With this being said, both you and your dog can lead healthy happy lives on a daily basis by going out for 30+ minute walks together.

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