Pre-riding excersies?

wallyevent

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Hi

Could anyone recommend some exercises/stretches I could do to limber up before schooling my horse? It has occurred to me recently that I put a lot of effort in to warming up and loosening him off at the start of a session and I should maybe do the same for myself!

I also want to improve my position, deepen my seat and improve my hip flexibilty, and have taken up yoga to help my suppleness and core strength.

Any suggestions very welcome.

Thanks!
 

TarrSteps

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There are various books and videos on the subject, which show you the right way to do the stretched etc but some aren't all that practical. If you Google Aspire Equestrian (the owner is a member here) one of her recent blog posts gave a quick pre ride stretch routine that you can do in the school or yard.
 
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