Leg strength is important for riders because it is the foundation of a stable leg and seat. Try this simple exercise to boost leg power.
Rider Health
Cardiovascular fitness is important for horseback riders of all ages and skill levels. Try these exercises to get you moving and improve your cardio.
Core strength is particularly important for horseback riders. It keeps us centered over our horses during spooks, trips or other quick movements.
New research on the link between traumatic brain injury, dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, concussion recovery times and return to play protocols.
A rider’s arms are an area that can benefit from targeted strengthening. Try these exercises – the Row and the W Raise – to build strength in your biceps.
Improve your ankle strength and control for better balance in the saddle with these exercises from registered physiotherapist Alison Barr.
Sometimes saddles just don’t want to sit still, sliding either too far backward or forward. Find a solution in correctly fitted breastplates and cruppers.
Knee alignment is important under saddle, whether you experience knee pain or not. Correcting your lower leg position can prevent future problems.
Riders are often struggling to correct these secondary problems when the root causes of asymmetry are in the hips. Keep reading to find out more.
Choosing the best girth for your horse from the variety of options is an important part of saddle fit and your horse’s performance.
In my physiotherapy practice, I work with many people who have shoulder problems. The shoulder is a very flexible joint, which relies on the muscles around it for stability. If these muscles are not operating correctly, postural problems and shoulder …
As a physiotherapist, I work with a lot of people who have pain or stiffness in their backs. As an equestrian and riding instructor, I can see how many riders would benefit from applying physiotherapy to their riding.
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Learn how to make sure your horse is comfortable with this saddle fitting primer from expert English and western saddle makers.
There is a longstanding unofficial rule of thumb that a horse should bear no more than 20 per cent of its body weight, including rider and equipment.
Creating a supple, balanced and athletic horse for any discipline requires the rider to have an effective seat through a strong core.