How to Soften the Blow of Equestrian Head Injury with Creatine
Traumatic brain injury is common among equestrians, even when helmets are worn. A supplement called creatine appears to mitigate harm and promote recovery from equestrian head injury.
Rider Fitness
Endurance Horse Rider Fitness for Strong, Pain-Free Riding
Equestrian athletes are unique in that we routinely ask other beings to perform while bearing our weight – weaknesses, imbalances, and all. The practice of fitness impacts not only our health, but our horsemanship.
5 Tips for Keeping Your Nutrition on Track at Endurance Rides
A reader asks how to keep your nutrition on track for equestrian endurance riding. Sticking to healthful choices while riding an endurance horse can be tough. These rider nutrition tips will keep you going strong.
Achieving Rider Fitness When You Don’t Have Time – Part 2
Time is tight for equestrians who prioritize rider fitness. Here’s how to get the most workout bang for your scheduling buck.
Achieving Rider Fitness When You Don’t Have Time – Part 1
Equestrian athletes want to cross-train, but we have horses to care for on top of career and family. Here’s how to make rider fitness, well, fit.
Are Equestrians Athletes?
Are equestrians athletes? Historically, equestrian sport has focused on the athleticism of the horse, not the rider. However, many riders make the choice to become athletes.
What to Eat on an Endurance Ride
What you eat during an endurance ride can dramatically affect how you feel and the decisions you make. It’s easy to get distracted by your horse’s needs, but fueling yourself properly is critical. Here’s how to eat for a stronger, smarter ride.
Why You Need to Be More Fit Than Your Riding Requires
Let’s face it: You don’t have to be spectacularly fit to ride a horse. So why bother? Here’s the REAL reason rider fitness matters.
Rider Fitness: Are You Ready to Ride Better with Less Back Pain? Meet Your TVA.
What if there was a single muscle that could make you a more secure rider and reduce back pain during hours in the saddle? There is! For rider fitness, the transversus abdominis plays a special role as the primary core muscle we use for stability in the saddle.
5 Reasons Equestrian Athletes Should Use Professional Fitness Programs
Although it’s tempting to go it alone, there are compelling reasons for equestrian athletes to implement fitness programs that were designed by professionals.