#ThankYouMiami How-To: Staying Fit With Your Pet

As winter approaches, it is our duty as Miami-ans to find new, innovative ways to stay fit. After all, its almost a requirement for residency to maintain a bikini body year-round. The good news is that the weather cooled down this week, finally making it pleasant to go for a run outdoors. This afternoon I did a 6-mile jog from my place to the South Pointe Pier. It was glorious.

During my run, I saw a ton of people jogging with their pets and I got majorly jealous. I've been contemplating bringing home a dog or a cat to keep me company since my move. Unfortunately, my frequent travels and hectic work schedule have been two major and valid deterrents. Nevertheless, in moments of weakness I still hopefully peruse local adoption listings and sites like PuppySpot that connect responsible breeders with people like me that are searching for a new pet.

Pets are a super great motivator to stay fit. Having a dog would certainly help get me outdoors more regularly. Pet owners, do you agree? Whether you are one or, like me, you want to become one, below are a few fun tips for staying fit with your pet. Stay healthy, my friends. (P.S. If I cave, should I get a dog or a cat? Where can I find good resources on what taking care of each entails?)