13 ways to exercise with your dog

By Catherine DiBenedetto, Health.com

Updated 0138 GMT (0938 HKT) August 4, 2015

Once you and your dog get in the habit of exercising together, it can become a fun habit -- and they won't let you give it up, either. You can try going for a jog or a run together. Click through our gallery to learn about other fun ways to work out with man's best friend.
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Once you and your dog get in the habit of exercising together, it can become a fun habit -- and they won't let you give it up, either. You can try going for a jog or a run together. Click through our gallery to learn about other fun ways to work out with man's best friend.
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Dogs of all sizes can ride on the nose of a paddleboard while you get a killer ab workout. Odds are you're both going to fall in at some point, so be sure to get life preservers for two.
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Stand-up paddleboarding – Dogs of all sizes can ride on the nose of a paddleboard while you get a killer ab workout. Odds are you're both going to fall in at some point, so be sure to get life preservers for two.
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You can also take your dog out for a spin in a sit-on-top kayak. Smaller breeds may perch up front, while larger dogs might feel safer closer to your feet.
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Kayaking – You can also take your dog out for a spin in a sit-on-top kayak. Smaller breeds may perch up front, while larger dogs might feel safer closer to your feet.
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