Canicross Conversations

A celebration of 100 episodes of Canicross Conversations (Episode 100)

Louise and Michelle chat about their favourite and funniest moments over the first 100 episodes of Canicross Conversations, and hear from some previous guests on the podcast.

Setting up a canicross club - Geordie Cani-Sports (Episode 99)

In this episode, Louise and Michelle chat to Emma, founder of Geordie Cani-sports all about setting up and running a canicross club.
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This episode is sponsored by the Get Stronger, Run a Faster 5k course, it's great for canicrossers and runners to help with consistency and accountability, while improving their 5k time as they get stronger. Find out more and register for the February course here.

Chase dreams, not just tails: the impact of setting clear goals (Episode 98)

This episode is sponsored by the Get Stronger, Run a Faster 5k course, it's great for canicrossers and runners to help with consistency and accountability, while improving their 5k time as they get stronger. Find out more and register for the January course here.
In today's episode, Louise and Michelle chat about the importance of goals, sharing their own goals for the year, and challenging you to set yourself some goals, whether they be long term or short term one, pace related, or something completely different.
Goals are crucial for runners as they provide direction, motivation, and a sense of purpose. Here are some key reasons why you should think about setting yourself some goals:
Motivation: Goals serve as powerful motivators, giving you a clear target to strive for during your training. Knowing there's a specific objective, such as a race or distance goal, can help you to maintain enthusiasm and commitment.
Progress Tracking: Goals allow you to measure your progress over time, providing tangible evidence of improvement. Plus tracking achievements contributes to a sense of accomplishment and boosts confidence.
Structure and Discipline: Having a goal provides a structured framework for your training, guiding you on when and how to increase intensity, duration, or distance. They also instill discipline by creating a routine and commitment to regular training sessions.
Sense of Purpose: A goal can give you a clear sense of purpose, whether it's completing a specific race, achieving a personal best, or conquering a challenging route. A defined purpose helps maintain focus and commitment, especially during challenging moments.
Overcoming Plateaus: When faced with training plateaus or periods of stagnation, goals offer a reason to reevaluate and adjust strategies. Working towards a new goal can help you break through mental and physical barriers, preventing monotony.
Increased Accountability: Publicly declaring goals, whether to a coach, running group, or on social media, enhances accountability. The added sense of responsibility can drive runners to stay committed to their training regimen. However, keeping goals to yourself can also be a powerful motivator too ....
Focus and Concentration: Having a clear goal can help you to maintain focus during training sessions by providing a specific target, which can translate into improved performance and efficiency during workouts.
Enjoyment and Satisfaction: Accomplishing goals, whether big or small, brings a sense of satisfaction and joy. Celebrating achievements reinforces the enjoyment of running and fosters a positive relationship with the sport.
We hope you enjoy this episode. 
This episode is sponsored by the Get Stronger, Run a Faster 5k course, it's great for canicrossers and runners to help with consistency and accountability, while improving their 5k time as they get stronger. Find out more and register for the January course here.
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Working dogs: Nick Hewer (Episode 97)

In this episode, Louise and Michelle chat to Nick Hewer, best known as Alan Sugar's adviser in The Apprentice. Nick has owned dogs all his life, and chats to Louise and Michelle about his memories of growing up with dogs, and his love of hunting with his black lab, Molly which leads to an interesting discussion about working dogs. 
This episode is sponsored by Non Stop Dogwear, releasing your dog's potential through robust, reliable and ergonomically designed gear. Whether your dog is small or big, pure bred or a mix, a world champion or a family dog, does not matter. All dogs are equal and deserve nothing but the best. Dog jackets are more than just fashion, they keep your dog happy and comfortable in any condition, allowing you to get out and have fun together, whatever the weather. Check out Non Stop's new range of trekking dog jackets and insulated jackets. Visit your local Non Stop Dogwear stockist.

Pickle’s puppy diaries (Episode 96)

It's the episode you've all been waiting for!
The eagle-eyed amongst you will have noticed an absence of Pickle on social media recently, and that's because she's taken a break from canicross to have a litter of puppies. In this episode, Michelle interviews Louise all about the process of breeding, from selecting a stud, to pregnancy, to whelping, to exactly how tiring it is looking after 5 pups. Louise also chats about getting Pickle's fitness back after pregnancy.
 
This episode is sponsored by Non Stop Dogwear, releasing your dog's potential through robust, reliable and ergonomically designed gear. Whether your dog is small or big, pure bred or a mix, a world champion or a family dog, does not matter. All dogs are equal and deserve nothing but the best. Dog jackets are more than just fashion, they keep your dog happy and comfortable in any condition, allowing you to get out and have fun together, whatever the weather. Check out Non Stop's new range of trekking dog jackets and insulated jackets. Visit your local Non Stop Dogwear stockist.

Keeping you and your dog fit over Christmas (Episode 95)

Today, Michelle and Louise chat about keeping you and your dog fit over Christmas, and how to find that motivation and accountability to achieve some consistency in your training over the holidays.
 
This episode is sponsored by the Get Stronger, Run a Faster 5k course, it's great for canicrossers and runners to improve their 5k time and get stronger. Find out more and register for the January course here. You can also register for the 12 days of Christmas challenge on the website www.runafaster5k.com

Dog coats with Non Stop Dogwear (Episode 94)

In this episode, Jason Pascoe from Non Stop Dogwear gives us the lowdown on dog coats and jackets, as they get ready to launch their new range. Jason takes us through fitting a coat, when dogs should wear a coat, and how to look after your coat  
 
This episode is sponsored by Non Stop Dogwear, releasing your dog's potential through robust, reliable and ergonomically designed gear. Whether your dog is small or big, pure bred or a mix, a world champion or a family dog, does not matter. All dogs are equal and deserve nothing but the best. Dog jackets are more than just fashion, they keep your dog happy and comfortable in any condition, allowing you to get out and have fun together, whatever the weather. Check out Non Stop's new range of trekking dog jackets and insulated jackets. Visit your local Non Stop Dogwear stockist.

Christmas Gift Guide (BONUS EPISODE 93)

Today's bonus episode is brought to you by a variety of guests helping you decide what to buy your beloved dog for Christmas. Louise and Michelle also chat about their own Christmas traditions.
You can save 10% on No Fuss Fill with the code CC
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Thank you also to Inner Wolf for contributing to this episode

Keeping your dog stress-free over the Christmas period (Episode 92)

In this episode, Louise and Michelle chat to Pamela Dempsey from Impackt Behaviour about how Christmas and New Year could be challenging for dogs, and how we can keep this period as stress-free as possible. Find Impackt Behaviour on Instagram and Facebook
 

Ask the Vet: Keeping your dog safe from toxic foods at Christmas (Episode 91)

In this episode, Louise and Michelle chat to vet Nick again, in our popular Ask the Vet Series, to find out about the biggest food-related dangers for dogs over Christmas.
Nick lists foods that are both toxic for dogs, as well as those that can cause tummy distress if consumed in large quantities, and there are some surprises in there! Nick advises what symptoms to look out for, and what to do in an emergency. 
This episode is sponsored by the Get Stronger, Run a Faster 5k course, it's great for canicrossers and runners to improve their 5k time and get stronger. Find out more and register for the January course here.