Rider Fitness

Riding requires both you and your horse to have coordination, balance, strength, and stamina. Keep your body in motion with  rider fitness advice created specifically for riders.

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Activate: Beast Mode
No-Stirrup Riding Exercises
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Take Time for Self Care
Fit for the Ride
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NO-STIRRUP NOVEMBER
No-Stirrup November Challenge: Week 1
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From the Top: Upper Body Rider Position
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Low Impact Exercises to Help Your Rider Fitness
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Ride Strong: Return to Exercise Slowly
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A Few Post-Ride Stretches You Need To Try
You might be comfortable doing different maneuvers when you have your feet in your stirrups, but what happens when you kick your feet out of them and ride stirrupless?
Stepping Up Your No-Stirrup Game
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How Stirrupless Riding Improves Feel
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Are Your Stirrups Babysitting You?
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Straining vs. Strengthening: Are You Hurting or Helping Your Body?
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How to Manage Your Horse's Weight
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