Dog Agility is not easy. Why? Because the sport or hobby, requires you to navigate a free thinking animal through a series of obstacles at its top speed using only your voice.. the " Invisible Leash." You can not touch it, you can not ride it. There is no other sport or hobby like it. You must depend on your training and your bond with your dog to succeed. You get to decide what success means. Dog agility is not easy. So remember that next time you step into the ring. And enjoy every moment with your Dog. -Mary Beth Stucker And you also have to learn how to control your movements at the blink of an eye. So, imagine running as fast as you can, watching where and how your dog is running, running in the correct numbered order, keeping in mind you are being timed, being aware there could be an external dog loose (always a possibility!) Not to run into the obstacles yourself while looking at your dog or get plowed into by your dog wanting to cut in front of you, and be aware of where your arms, shoulders, feet, eyes and head are facing.... again, while running and trying to direct your creature across the obstacles safely. -Random response to above quote