Core muscles absorb shock and help you to stay balanced in the saddle. They also allow you to have better control over your horse and carry out various maneuvers. As a rider, it's important you work to strengthen your core muscles. While time in the saddle definitely helps, there are also various exercises you can do at home or at the gym.

Strengthening Your Core

Horse Learner Fitness helps riders get fit! This fitness trainer has a series of videos on YouTube and even a challenge for equestrians that are serious about their fitness. In this 'Quick Core Burn Workout' video, she touches on a few exercises you can do. Be prepared, they won't be easy!

  • Boat crunches
  • Crab toe touches
  • Side plank hip dips
  • Pike
  • High plank walk out - jump in
  • Plank saw

When you get fit, you get confident in the saddle! Your position will be more secure and you'll have the endurance to get through anything. Get ready to feel the burn in your core muscles.

What a great workout! If you're looking for overall strength and fitness, make sure to check out these barn chores that'll leave you sweating! Who needs a gym membership when you own a horse...

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