Run Longer - 8 week course

Ideal for the intermediate Canicrosser who may either have just completed the couch-5k or are already running 5k distance and are now keen to start running further. With support from our DogFit Certified Canicross trainer Sarah, you will learn how to build the distance with your dog during this 8-week training program.

An initial consultation and movement analysis will enable Sarah to understand your fitness level, the current distances you are running together and your aspirations for the future. With this knowledge, Sarah will deliver a customised plan for your needs, to build endurance together and work towards your future goals as a team. Weekly check-ins allow the program to be tweaked based on your progress and schedule.

What do you get?

• A dedicated DogFit Coach (Sarah) with knowledge and experience of canicross training, experience in running half marathon+ trail races with her springador and completing numerous marathons and trail runs dogless.
• Initial 45 minute consultation to talk you through the programme, understand your current fitness level, distances run and goals, as well as feedback on your initial movement assessment.
• Access to a bespoke weekly training plan focused on building endurance over a course of eight weeks delivered to you on an all-in-one training app.
• Run (dogless) sessions to focus on building your endurance and feeling stronger on your feet for longer
• Canicross specific sessions to help you build the distance with your dog, whilst ensuring they stay motivated and not doing too much (minimise injury risk)
• Strength workouts to support your running style, keeping you strong in areas needed to run for longer.
• Flexibility exercises to ensure your muscles and body are sufficiently recovering in between the training runs.
• Weekly check-ins to keep in touch, via email/app messenger.
• Advice on improving your running and canicross technique, along with new ways to train with the dog together. 

At the end of 8 weeks, you can expect to be running longer distances with your dog and know the principles of training and building endurance. With the bespoke training plan, you should feel more comfortable and confident at running further together as a team. >> Hear from Sarah