EQUESTRIAN YOGA FOR CORE STRENGTH

Text: Rhiannon Cecil Equestrians are naturally very passionate about our sport and always looking for ways to improve our strength and effectiveness in the saddle. Balance and core strength are two key factors to successful riding, and while we get plenty of time to practice these skills in the high-pressure environment of being on the horse,…

BylizzieMay 19, 20250Comments

UNDERSTANDING THE CORE

The core in a horse is just as important as it is in humans. Yet, relative to the emphasis most gym goers place on these muscle groups, most horse owners spend comparatively little time focusing on the horse's core. Unfortunately, this often leads to our horses moving incorrectly and using unhealthy movement patterns to compensate…

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Q: What is topline? A: To put it simply, a horse’s topline are the muscles that support the spine from the neck all the way to the hindquarters. The topline of a horse stretches along the spinal column from the end of the neck at the wither area, down the back and loin. Three main muscle…

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Q: Why does everyone recommend Pilates for horse riders? Answered by Bonita de Klerk, Pilates instructor A: Riding requires you to have strong core muscles. The core is made up of a series of abdominal and spine-stabilising muscles. These muscles help keep you upright, strong and stable. These muscles also influence your posture. Pilates is focused on…

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EQUESTRIAN YOGA FOR CORE STRENGTH

UNDERSTANDING THE CORE

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