The Fitness Double Standard Dog Handlers Have

Canine Handler Fitness Podcast · Jun 11, 2026 · 12m

Your dog has a conditioning plan. They have warm-ups, recovery days, fitness exercises, and maybe even a few supplements. You know what they weigh, how they're moving, and whether they're ready for the next trial.

But what about you?

Many handlers spend so much time caring for their dog's physical health that they forget they're part of the team too. We wouldn't expect our dogs to stay strong, athletic, and resilient without training, yet somehow we expect that from ourselves.

In this episode, we're talking about why handlers often prioritize their dog's fitness over their own, how that…