An Exercise Partner Is Born

Daily writing prompt

What’s the most fun way to exercise?

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5 Steps to a Fun Run

1. Find neighborhood dog.
2. Walk around the subdivision for… 10 minutes to ensure both are warmed up.
3. Lock eyes with said dog and instill interest by saying 3 little words, “Bet I’m faster.”
4. Don’t say “Go”, just take off jogging.
5. If dog catches up or passes, you know a new exercise partner has been born!

I did this with our neighborhood dog back in high school. She was the sweetest senior dog who loved to play. Later, I learned that her pet parents let her wander the subdivision collar-free because she was terminally ill and had one year left. I stopped our running contest to the house when I learned of the growth on her neck, but she was and always will be my treasured exercise buddy.