stamina

Trade your gym membership for time in the saddle! Riders will be happy to know that saddling up and going for a ride will improve their fitness. Riding is quite the workout, as many of you know. So, there’s no need to feel guilty! You can work on your health and do something you love....

Working your horse on hills can be a great way to develop strength and stamina. It engages their core muscles and helps to build stronger hindquarter muscles. Many riders engage in hill work to build up their horse’s topline. There are a few different approaches to getting the most out of hills. 1. Walk beside...

Get yourself in top riding shape without the gym! If you enjoy spending time with your horse, then you’ll love these easy workout exercises that you can do right at the barn. There’s nothing better than spending quality time together while building strength, stamina, and balance. These four exercises are great for beginners or advanced...

Trick riders constantly put their lives in danger. Their performances leave your mouth hanging open as they flip, twirl, and drag themselves aboard a galloping horse. And while these cowgirls have been practicing for years, these five stunts will make you think they’re crazy! When you can touch the ground with your face while riding,...

PC: Mike Trimble. No stirrup November has been circulating throughout barns since the beginning of the month. Dedicated horseback riders have dropped their stirrups in the hopes of conditioning their bodies. Riding without the support of stirrups can help you develop stronger legs, a deeper seat, better balance, and improved stamina. It’s not an easy...