Horse Health & Rider Fitness – Page 7

Exercise: Toe Taps

January 12th, 2016
In part one, we looked at how to find blockages in your back and what to do to help get rid of them. In part two, we are going to look at an exercise that really hones in on the core. Read Article Comments Off

Exercise: Clams

In part three, Rebecca Ashton introduces the exercise, Clams. This is a common exercise in pilates classes; here Rebecca explains how it will help your riding. This exercise allows you to use your legs individually and precisely; creating clearer communication with the horse. Now that we have brought awareness to our core, this month we are […] Read Article Comments Off

Exercise: Shoulder Stability

The control of our upper body should be focused in what we term the shoulder girdle. This is the area that wraps around us like a corset just under the shoulder joints. Read Article Comments Off

Exercise: Shoulder Mobility

In this exercise, we will look at shoulder joint mobility and independent hands. Read Article Comments Off

Exercise: The Roll Up

November 30th, 2015
The roll up is a great exercise to work the core as well as the external abdominal (stomach) muscles, while stretching the back. When riding, the back can tend to lock into position a little too much... Read Article 1 Comment »

Causes of Carpal Lameness in Horses

November 20th, 2015
In this article we will attempt to give you an overview of the problems that can affect the knee in the horse, by firstly reviewing the anatomy, the role conformation plays, and finally discussing in more detail the more common conditions that affect this joint in the horse. Read Article 11 Comments »

Category: Horse Health & Rider Fitness

Exercise: Toe Taps

Exercise: Clams

Exercise: Shoulder Stability

Exercise: Shoulder Mobility

Exercise: The Roll Up

Causes of Carpal Lameness in Horses

Caring for Older Horses: What you need to know

The Ultimate Warmup – with Rebecca Ashton

Eventing: Managing & treating emergencies after cross country

Hendra Q&A: Spacesuits, Cash Cows & Russian Roulette