first lesson in years yesterday! Strengthening tips please!

[Missmac]

I had my first lesson in years yesterday on my new boy (who behaved impeccably)

We have lots to work on but one of my main habits is that i tip forwards in the saddle.

Iv had virtually a year off riding (bar the odd hack) had an op this year which cut through all my stomach muscles and i dont have a lot of core muscles strength.

Am doing work on an exersize ball to help the above but i was wondering if anyone had tips/exersizes to share to help me sit up straighter.

Thank you.

 

[MrsNorris]

Pilates is great, look out for local classes or there is quite a good book and DVD you can get.

 

[TigerTail]

Kettlebells and free weight training are excellent. Also riding without stirrups .

 

[Hippona]

Pilates are great.....and my new fave thing is my weighted hula hoop.....really good for abs

 

[Missmac]

Ooo hula hooping!

Thank you guys! I think my body is in shock! My body aches in places i didnt know could ache!!

 

[mandwhy]

Hula hoops are great! I got bruises when I first tried it haha.

 

[Grinchmass]

Pilates, it's all about strengthening the core and is really useful.

You may even be able to find a pilates instructor/class that focuses on Pilates for horse riders.