exercises to do without a horse to improve position

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does anyone know any exercises one can do at home or at work that improve balance and flexibility ror riding? i would be grateful for any suggestions.

 

[First pony G]

I read somewhere that using an exercise ball is really good especially for posture and balance.

 

[Archangel]

I use an exercise ball and they are very good.

Jon Pitts is also very good. He has lots of events going on (one in Surrey tomorrow).
Fit to Ride

 

[2horsesnomoney]

I 2nd J. Pitts fittoride very good for balance also look at Heather moffett and Balenced Rider all have good things to try and improve position

 

[Littlelegs]

Posture exercises. Even just sitting straight at your desk with something on your head, & when walking. And any exercise that improves core muscles, strong stomach muscles make a huge difference to balance. That doesn't mean a bikini body is vital, but the actual muscles in your stomach should be the basis of your upper body balance & position, rather than holding your back & shoulders rigidly.

 

[Nicnac]

The above plus a wobble board which is brilliant for core muscle strength and balance. Pilates is also good or yoga for suppleness.

I recently had a lesson on a mechanical horse in Surrey who is really good to practice on for dressage aids. After an hour, despite riding 5 times a week, I ached in places I didn't know existed the next day.