Popsugar Health & Fitness Workouts People Working Out With Dogs Exercise Doesn't Have to Be So Ruff — Here's How You Can Work Out With Your Dog 7 August 2019 by Samantha Brodsky Image Source: Getty / DaniloAndjus I like working out. I also like my dogs. But I've never worked out with my dogs — though my yellow Lab, George, has a tendency of plopping down on the treadmill when it's not moving (which might be his way of telling my family that, despite his constant need for food, he knows he's overweight). There are lots of ways to make exercise fun, and after seeing footage of dog owners doing squats, ab routines, and even Pilates with their pups, I'm convinced I should give it a try. Ahead, check out videos of people working out with their furry friends. They use them as extra weight and probably for motivation, too. Plus, one study published this Spring found that dog owners tend to exercise more than those who don't own dogs. Why? Because of the walks. So even if including your pup in your workout isn't for you, perhaps think about grabbing that leash and heading around the block a bit more often. Ahead, you'll also find an adorable "squat your dog" challenge from Class FitSugar! (Note: don't attempt it if you're not comfortable squatting, especially if your dog is on the heavier side like George). Related: This Dog Did the Bottle Cap Challenge Better Than I Ever Could, but I'm Not Even Mad View this post on Instagram A post shared by Irene & Alpha 🐾👣 (@dognadventure) on Apr 10, 2019 at 8:01pm PDT Who knew dogs loved burpees? 1 / 11 View this post on Instagram A post shared by Jonesy (@jonesy_yoda_dog) on Jul 19, 2019 at 6:30pm PDT This Chihuahua is better than a five-pound dumbbell! 2 / 11 View this post on Instagram A post shared by Fabulous Trio of Doodles (@fabulous_doodle) on Aug 4, 2019 at 1:20am PDT These owners came up with fun names for each of the moves shown here. There's paw planks, loyalty lunges, and smoochy sit-ups. 3 / 11 View this post on Instagram A post shared by Jen Montgomery (@ocpilatesmama) on Jul 12, 2019 at 6:35am PDT Would you try Pilates with your pup? This one has so much patience! 4 / 11 View this post on Instagram A post shared by Atheena ✨ (@life_with_alf) on Feb 26, 2019 at 1:39pm PST This Bull Terrier is a pro at helping his owner do her ab workout. 5 / 11 View this post on Instagram A post shared by Jessica Bluestein (@jessicablue02) on Jul 18, 2019 at 3:56pm PDT If your dog won't cooperate, get creative like this owner and use toys to distract them. 6 / 11 View this post on Instagram A post shared by Alix Buchanan (@fit.happy.me) on Jul 29, 2019 at 12:39pm PDT Leg day with your dog looks like the best kind of leg day. 7 / 11 View this post on Instagram A post shared by Alby Mova (@albythepom) on Jul 22, 2019 at 5:38am PDT High fives all around! 8 / 11 View this post on Instagram A post shared by 〰️ PISCHA STRINDSTEDT 〰️ (@pischas) on Jun 25, 2019 at 1:27pm PDT Doggie squats make the glutes grow bigger. 9 / 11 View this post on Instagram A post shared by alessandra passeri (@pitti_ale) on Aug 7, 2019 at 10:03am PDT Your small dog is a perfect replacement for light- to medium-sized weights. This Pilates and yoga teacher thinks so! 10 / 11 Are you up for the challenge? 11 / 11 WorkoutsDogs