Rider Fitness
Yoga for Riders
Improved balance and focus, better reaction time, increased range of motion, added strength, greater flexibility, fewer injuries, and a boosted…
Fit Rider: Mind, Body, Horse
Yoga With Your Horse Yoga has worked its way into the fabric of modern culture, and with good reason: Studies…
Say Yes to Yoga for Young Equestrians
Practicing yoga for young equestrians can increase your flexibility and strength and help you develop better balance in the saddle.…
Spin for Horse Rider Fitness
"Float down to the saddles with grace,” the smiling instructor encouraged our riding group as I transitioned from two-point back…
Achieve Your Weight Loss Goals as an Equestrian
Over a decade ago I was 50 pounds overweight. I was uncomfortable in all of my clothes, much less a…
6 Tips for Equestrians to Stress Less
Stress. It’s a word that seems synonymous with today’s culture. It’s almost like if you’re not stressed, you’re not breathing.…
Fit Rider: Regain Your Confidence for Horseback Riding
Let’s face it: we’ve all experienced something in our equestrian lives that has made us nervous, whether it’s entering the…
U.S. Equestrian Offers New Health Insurance Benefits to Members
In an effort to make member health benefits a top priority, United States Equestrian recently introduced health insurance benefits for…
My Saddle is Crippling Me: The Effects of a Poor-Fitting Saddle on the Rider’s Body
I pride myself on giving my pony the best of everything: a relaxed barn with ample turnout, regular bodywork, and…
Fit Rider: Three Horses, One Rider
So many horses, so little time. Keeping multiple horses fit and trained can be a big challenge when you also…