Hi - I'm new to this site and group! It's about to be a New Year...so can anyone help get me into the gym with some strength training tips? I will go back to my Pilates but also need some other "stuff" that does not include jogging. Thanks!

Hi my name is Cat. I've been a fully certified full time pilates & yoga instructor for the last 3 years (and 10 yr pilates practitioner prior to that) and the difference since having my daughter is incredible. I was fit due to being athletic and an avid pilates practitioner prior but just 6 weeks after birth I started riding again after a long break but my core was not as strong and I felt burn but with continued conditioning I no longer feel any strain. I can't imagine riding without a strong core in order to get the full experience for me and my mare.

I will start teaching Equilates & DOGA YOGA in Spring 2010 in Lennoxville QC if any of you are local or interested e-mail me at: pilatesaveccat@videotron.ca:

DOGA YOGA
I've created a class that brings your dog onto the yoga mat. We will first warm-up on leash outside if weather permits.
Watch for a class starting Spring 2010 @ Blue Seal Animal Nutrition Centre.

EQUILATES
A unique program for the equestrian, it's a sport specific training method developed by Betsy Steiner (former Olympian).
Equilates uses the basic premises of Pilates: promoting elongation of the spine, muscular flexibility and balance, strengthening the core resulting in the relaxed concentration and flow needed to create the partnership between horse and rider. In addition, Equilates focuses on the mind/body connection using Pilates principles and incorporating Yoga, elements of martial arts and the practice of visualization.
Watch for a class starting Spring 2010 @ Blue Seal Animal Nutrition Centre.
It's simply a ball, mat & supportive footwear!

I teach for Bishop's University Recreation and Athletics and the Lennoxville & District Women's Centre specializing in power, weight loss & athletic pilates.

Heather Sansom's offer sounds/looks excellent for those of you who are looking for a home workout program.

Personally I do suggest working with a certified instructor in a class or one on one first to get a good understanding & foundation IF you have never had pilates/core training in the past as it is very technical and as a result you will be able to get a more effective return.

Enjoy & Keep it Simple,
Cat

hi ive been riding for 8 years and i was wondering if anyoen could give me any tips on how to get in shape/build up core strength for iding..

hey im laura, im currently going to start riding english and dressage, i know this takes more muscle than basic western pleasure, what are some excersizes i can do to be ready?

I have scoliosis, and when I ride my back hurts a lot. Is there anything I can do to help with the pain? Also I'd love some exercises to do and a diet plan recommendation from all of you riders.

Hi everyone, I'm Melanie..I have back issues due to a riding accident 6 years ago. I started doing Pilates 30 minutes+ a day to strengthen my core muscles and my back..it started working..and i was looking great. But I couldn't keep up with it. Does anybody have any suggestions for keeping up the good work? lol

Hi- Thought you might like to know about the new Rider Fitness ebooks I just launched: HAndy Stretching Guide for Riders, and The Complete Core Workout for Riders. Descriptions and info are available at www.equifitt.com/resources.html

Dear Fit Riders,

I hope that you all will take advantage of Heather Sansom's offer to find wonderful solutions to rider fitness through her website.

The Fit Rider group is intended to be an opportunity for those who dedicate their efforts to the fitness of their horse to find a resource for themselves. There is a balance between horse and rider and Heather provides great information to those who are interested in improving their personal fitness.
I hope that you find the information here to be encouraging and an aid to greater enjoyment in the saddle.

Again, please visit her at www.equifitt.com and we look forward to hearing of your success.

Jay Hughes
The Fit Rider

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