Tag: Flexibility

Above All Else, Be Flexible

December 22, 2015December 23, 2015 tarblog

Flexibility may not be the first focus that comes to mind when discussing rider fitness. Unless we have very short legs and a very broad horse, flexibility training may seem to be an unnecessary part of a typical Rider Fitness program. Quite the opposite. Particularly as we get a little long in the tooth, flexibility training becomes one of the... Read More

Toes In, Heels Down

April 10, 2014April 29, 2015 therider

Have you ever been riding and had your instructor remind you to bring your toes in or put your heels down? I don’t think I ever remember one of my coaches NOT telling me to bring my right toe in and right heel down! When I was born, I had a weakness in my right foot and ankle that contributed... Read More