Building a Rider Fitness Program
Top riders often work with personal trainers or engage in cross-training exercises to build stamina, endurance, muscle memory, and flexibility. Build your own rider fitness program with these helpful hints from personal trainer and equestrian fitness expert Heather Sansom. www.horsejournals.com/building-rider-fitness-program Photo: Robin Duncan Photography
Develop a Stronger Riding Position
When riders take the time to build a good foundation with a correct position and basic training skills, they will reach their training and riding goals faster than if they skip these steps in the beginning of their riding careers. A “correct” position is determined by the style or discipline of riding you participate in. I am going to give you some of my favorite rider strengthening exercises for developing a stronger hunter seat equitation position.
Riding with Purpose
"There is nothing more fun and productive for me and my horses than when we have a real purpose. Whether it is gathering the cows, jumping a log, or climbing a mountain, it is an opportunity for us to do something together. Horsemanship needs to be fun! Interactive “conversations” with your horse should continuously change and grow." ~Jonathan Field http://www.horsejournals.com/get-purpose Photo: Robin Duncan Photography
Horse Journals
Smart. Clever. Dull. Clueless. We all have stories of horses that connect the dots and others that…don’t. So, really, are some horses sharper than others? Trainer Lindsay Grice explains the factors that affect your horse's learning ability. Learn more at http://www.horsejournals.com/blogs/do-some-horses-learn-quicker-others
When it comes to training related injuries, again, look for obvious reasons first. Most training related injuries are common and very preventable provided there is an understanding of the biomechanical demands of the particular discipline; meticulous attention to the horse’s feet, teeth, tack, and food, which are the pillars upon elite equine athletes are built. Photo: S. Carter/Flickr www.HORSEJournals.com
How to Dress for Show Season Success
It’s that time of year again...time to start thinking about ways to improve your turnout for competition in the coming show season. Check out Canadian Horse Journal's Show Season Makeover for tips on how to attire yourself and your horse for the show ring at www.horsejournals.com/show-season-makeover-dress-success. Photo: Totem Photographics.
The Advantage Bit Line by Tom Balding Bits & Spurs
The beautifully crafted Advantage Bit Line by Tom Balding Bits & Spurs is designed with a heavier 3/8-inch satin finish stainless material in both 8 1/4-inch long shank and a 7-inch short shank. Advantage combinations are offered with standard mouthpieces without copper. This affordable line holds true to the quality and superior craftsmanship that has set Tom Balding Bits & Spurs above all others.
The New Santa Barbara Shank from Tom Balding
Tom Balding Bits & Spurs The new 2018 Santa Barbara shank finds inspiration in the Vaquero style that is part of California’s history. These beautifully crafted bits feature our Santa Barbara© shank in a brown finish with silver engraved plates and dots. The long shank measures eight inches and the short shank measures six inches.
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