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Rider Fitness

Fit Rider: Healthy Eating on the Trail

Riding your horse is a workout. We’ve been exploring ways to get physically fit for riding in the Fit Rider…

8 years ago


Yoga for Equestrians

Most equestrians are not frequent stretchers. For me, this means after 20 years of saddle time, I have incredibly tight…

9 years ago

Rider Fitness: Spring Shape-Up

Photos Courtesy Auburn Athletics Department Winter can be rough for even the most dedicated riders and exercisers. It’s not always…

9 years ago

Fit Rider: Core Exercises for Equestrians

  Ask anyone what core exercises they typically do, and you’ll probably hear "a lot of crunches.” It seems simple…

9 years ago

Fit Rider: Fitness Resources for Equestrians

You already pay close attention to your horse's fitness, but to be a better, more effective rider for your horse,…

9 years ago

Staying Fit to Ride

Q: I ride once a week at my local barn, and the next day my legs are quite sore. Are…

9 years ago

Video: Three Workout Moves to Strengthen Your Riding Muscles

Working on your fitness on the ground will help you be more effective and balanced in the saddle. One of…

10 years ago

Stay Fit Between Rides

Effective riding requires fitness. Here's how to maintain strength and endurance even when you can't ride every day.   For…

10 years ago

Rider Fitness: Groundwork Core Exercises

Most riders would be surprised to get Linda Denniston’s take on what keeps them in the saddle. “Your legs are…

12 years ago

Video: Get Fit to Ride

Riding horses is great exercise, but working on your fitness and core strength when you're not in the saddle will…

16 years ago