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Horse riding, like any other sport demands a certain level of fitness. This fitness is different from other types of fitness, just a weight lifter has different fitness than a ballerina

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What is rider fitness?

Rider fitness is a special type of fitness. It is a combination of of suppleness, stamina, muscle strength and flexibility. The fitness a rider has allows him or her to move in balance with the horse using free and flexible movements

Rider Fitness

Riders should concentrate upon

Joint suppleness
Joint flexibilty
Correct type of musculature
Lower back strength
Upper body posture

With optimum riding fitness you will be able to;

Ride more safely
Avoid injuries and pain
Be effective with your riding
Control the horse properly
Develop mental confidence
Above all, enjoy the experience!

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How to develop rider fitness

Begginer riders tend to ride once a week which is sufficient for the first few months. The rider will begin to develop the correct muscles and suppleness provided that they are taught correctly from the start. It is important to find and ride at an approved riding establishment.

Doing exercises at the gym or jogging will increase general fitness and strength of muscle and is helpful. However too much ‘gym’ fitness creates muscle mass and strength in muscles that impede riding eventually.

For all riders it is important to develop the correct type of fitness, strength in the muscle, but not muscle mass, suppleness and flexibility in the joints and freedom of movement in the lower back and hips. Ask the trainer at the gym for exercises that build strength in the lower back and the stomach; stretch and supple the muscles of the thighs and calves,open the chest,supple the joints and develop stamina. Simple daily exercises at home will increase and maintain suppleness and fitness, as will riding more frequently, particularly having lunge lessons from a qualified instructor.

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