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Canicross Conversations

Michelle Mortimer and Louise Humphrey

The leading podcast for all things canicross and cani-sports. Canicross instructors Louise and Michelle chat to various guests and experts, who love to run or compete with their dogs, about how to keep both dog and human happy and healthy.

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35:40

Green Runners and the Climate Relay (Episode 64)

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2023/05/12

In this episode, Louise and Michelle chat to Darren Evans from Green Runners and Dan Thompson from the Running Out of Time Climate Relay about how we can be more mindful of the planet as we canicross, with travel, kit, food, and speaking out. Running Out of Time 2023 is a 2000km relay from Ben Nevis to Big Ben which aims to supercharge awareness of the climate crisis; change attitudes; and inspire action NOW to reduce carbon emissions and reach net zero. The relay launches on 10th June and will

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55:07

The Dog Nutritionist (Episode 63)

Canicross Conversations ·

2023/05/05

In this episode, Louise and Michelle chat to Cam Wimble, the Dog Nutritionist, about what we should be feeding our dogs, and how their diet, like ours can affect their quality of life, and their longevity. You can download the recipes Cam mentions in the podcast from his website https://www.thedognutritionist.com/ and be sure to follow him on Instagram.

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01:00:07

The Menopause Dietitian (Episode 62)

Canicross Conversations ·

2023/04/28

In this episode, Louise and Michelle chat to Laura Clark, registered dietitian, and experienced specialist in women's health and menopause. Laura talks us through the battles women have had growing up during a diet culture, and gives us some food for thought about maximising our nutrition as we go through menopause. You can follow Laura on her Instagram @menopause.dietitian Visit her website www.themenopausedietitian.co.uk and sign up to her mailing list to find out more about The Nourish Lab

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40:01

Get Stronger, Run a Faster 5k with Stacey Marston...

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2023/04/21

In today's episode, Louise and Michelle chat to Stacey Marston, a canicrosser who recently participated in the Get Stronger, Run a Faster 5k course. Stacey talks us through her experience of the course, and reveals how she feels she improved her strength and speed. Louise and Michelle also launch an exciting new edition of the course, aimed at canicrossers to get them ready for the new season! You can sign up for the course here, using the earlybird code EBmay23 until the 30th April

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54:58

Ultra Marathon for Canicrossers only (Episode 60)

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2023/04/14

This week in our Canicross Stories feature we chat to Ellie Coleman who has just completed the first ever Ultra Marathon soley for Canicross. We chat about how it came about and how Ellie doesn't actually have her own dog! Find our more about adventure with Blue her borrowed dog on instragram. You can find Ellie here If this has inspired you to trying an ultra marathon with your dog then check out Cani-Trail-UK

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31:25

Canicross Story: Anna Harding and Ralph (Episode 59)

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2023/04/07

In this episode, Louise and Michelle chat to Anna Harding from The Running Channel about how she started canicross, and how training is going as she introduces her sprocker spaniel Ralph to longer distances. Anna's running mantra is "complete not complete" and she recently ran 115 miles from London to Rugby - we chat about what's next for her and Ralph. 📷 Nick Wolstenholme Photography

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33:06

Canicross Story: canicrossing with a visually...

Canicross Conversations ·

2023/03/31

In this episode of our regular Canicross Stories feature, Michelle and Louise chat to Sophia Kelly, a veterinary nurse who canicrosses with her dog Dillon, who is partially sighted. Sophia rescued Dillon in 2018, knowing he has Progressive Retinol Atrophy, not expecting him to be able to canicross, but 5 years later they are attempting a marathon together. A truly heart-warming episode about the special bond of trust between dog and human.

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59:46

Raw Feeding for Canicross Dogs, a behaviourist’s...

Canicross Conversations ·

2023/03/24

In this episode, Louise and Michelle chat to behaviourist Emma Johnston from Speak Dog about her experiences of raw feeding* her working sled dogs. We chat about the different types of raw feeding: DIY; 80/10/10; 80/20 and have a fascinating conversation about the impact that nutrition has on a dog's behaviour. In the wild, dogs, who are natural scavengers rather than predators, would eat up to 44 different varieties of food and this variety is the key to build up gut microbiomes, which can impact

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29:44

Dog in Yellow Day 20th March (Episode 56)

Canicross Conversations ·

2023/03/17

Do you know what it means when you see a dog wearing yellow? This is an episode originally released at the end of 2021, before the very first Dogs in Yellow awareness day took pace on 20th March 2022, and as it's coming up again we thought we would reshare an important message. In this episode, Louise and Michelle chat to Sarah Jones, who founded My Anxious Dog, after realising her working cocker spaniel Bella was very anxious around other dogs and people. Sarah is raising awareness of her

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47:30

Why is strength training so important to runners pre...

Canicross Conversations ·

2023/03/10

In this episode, Louise and Michelle chat to menopause expert Karen Weir about how to get the most out of our running during perimenopause and post-menopause, and the advice is surprising. Karen talks through the risks to our bodies during this time of immense change, and recommends the kind of strength training and running we should be doing, and it's not what you might think. It's certainly made Louise and Michelle reconsider their own training. We'd love to know what you think, and if you have

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25:38

Training as a Canicross Coach (Episode 54)

Canicross Conversations ·

2023/03/03

Louise is flying solo today and chats to canicross coach Emily Thomas, who also appeared on episode 48 talking about canine hydrotherapy. Emily's business offers training to people interested in becoming a canicross coach, and offers a Run Leader course, a Certified Coach course and a higher Level 3 qualification in canicross coaching. Emily will be at Crufts next week so if you're there, do pop by and say hello.

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49:23

Nutrition and Mindset (Episode 53)

Canicross Conversations ·

2023/02/24

In this episode, Louise and Michelle further explore mindset, and how it can relate to our nutrition, as they chat to EIQ nutrition certified coach, Wayne Barrigan. A fascinating episode, with plenty of food for thought (pardon the pun!) as Louise and Michelle both have epiphanies about the way they have approached nutrition in the past. You can contact Wayne via his Instagram page to learn more.

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41:00

Canicross Story: canicrossing with a disability...

Canicross Conversations ·

2023/02/17

Michelle and Louise chat to Harriet Innes, who describes herself as a disabled canicrosser, and is keen to emphasize how inclusive the sport can be for those with disabilities. Harriet talks us through the considerations of racing with a disability, and her kit choices. Harriet also runs a rescue centre for active dogs. You can follow Harriet on Instagram @ottos.legacy This episode is sponsored by the Get Stronger, Run a Faster 5k course. Sign up for the next course, starting end of February,

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46:41

Running and mindset (Episode 51)

Canicross Conversations ·

2023/02/10

In this episode, Louise and Michelle delve into mindset, as they chat to Mental Health and Exercise Coach, Lucy. Lucy is also a personal trainer, and triathlon coach, as well as competing in triathlon herself. She delivers personalised training plans with coaching and online strength and conditioning classes to help you achieve your running goals. Her plans are tailored to you to ensure your training enhances rather than competes with the rest of your life, and her coaching helps you address the

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33:10

Cani-Sports Spotlight: DR4 Rig Class - Ash and the...

Canicross Conversations ·

2023/02/03

In this episode, Louise and Michelle learn about another type of cani-sport as they chat to Ash and the hounds, who race in the DR4 rig class. Ash talks us through what the sport entails, her training, and her future hopes for the sport. You can follow Ash and the Hounds on Instagram This episode is sponsored by the Get Stronger, Run a Faster 5k course. You can save £21 until midnight on 11th February if you sign up with the code earlybirdfeb23 at the following link:

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37:20

Canicross Story: That Spotty Dog Runs (Episode 49)

Canicross Conversations ·

2023/01/27

In this episode, Louise and Michelle chat to YouTube sensation That Spotty Dog Runs (well, his owner, Duncan!). Dizzy is a Dalmatian who loves to run, and his owner Duncan talks us through their training for upcoming races, as well as the eqipment they use to film their videos. Half-marathon update ... Dizzy smashed it - 1st Dog by 18 minutes! Here is a list of links to videos referenced in the podcast. YouTube Channel: www.youtube.com/@thatspottydogruns Half-marathon:

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38:19

Canine Hydrotherapy - Emily Thomas (Episode 48)

Canicross Conversations ·

2023/01/20

Louise and Michelle chat to Emily Thomas, co-director of Canactive Hydrotherapy Centre, and underwater treadmill used for both rehabilitation of injuries, and fitness and conditioning, to future-proof our pups!

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37:12

Why our canicross dogs should be strength training...

Canicross Conversations ·

2023/01/13

In this episode, Louise and Michelle chat to Pickle's physio: registered veterinary nurse, and animal physiotherapist Sophie Sparrow about common canicross injuries, and how best to condition our dogs to help prevent these. Sophie talks us through how to recognise injuries in our dogs (who are very good at hiding weaknesses from us!) and how we can best treat these. We also talk about the kind of strength training our dogs should be doing. Top tip - walk VERY VERY slowly! Sophie refers to two

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15:03

Happy New Year! Setting Goals, and Getting Stronger...

Canicross Conversations ·

2023/01/06

In this episode, Louise and Michelle chat about their goals for the coming year, and launch the exciting news about their upcoming course - Get Stronger for a Faster 5k. Here is the link to register your interest in the course: https://mailchi.mp/e806ed7536de/run-a-faster-5k

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41:42

Canicross Story: Susan Fraser - from hobby...

Canicross Conversations ·

2022/12/16

In this episode, our canicross stories feature returns, as Louise and Michelle chat to Susan Fraser, who has recently returned from the 2022 European Championships in Germany, representing team GB. A great insight into how canicross as a hobby can take you into international competition.

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