Canine Handler Fitness Podcast
From Stiff To Swift: A Handler's ...
From Stiff To Swift: A Handler's Guide To Warm-Ups

Canine Handler Fitness Podcast by Liz Joyce

S1 · E11
Aug 21, 2025
14:46
Episode notes

Warm-ups aren’t optional — they’re your performance insurance policy.In this episode, I break down how a simple, strategic warm-up can transform your first run from stiff and sluggish to powerful and precise.

You’ll learn:

  • How long you should be warming upHow often you need to warm up, and how long a warm up lastsWhat if you're running multiple dogs?
  • Why walking the course is NOT a warm-up (and what to do instead)
  • The science-backed sequence that activates your reaction speed, balance, and focus
  • Quick fixes for trial mornings when you feel rushed or tired
  • Should you warm up before the dog, or after

    • Bottom line: Warm-ups aren’t j ... 

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