Equestrian Fitness for the Long Ride with The Sweaty Equestrian
Want to keep riding and caring for horses for a lifetime? Equestrian Fitness for the Long Ride is all about helping riders and their horses perform their best now, plus well into their later decades. Join personal trainer and endurance rider Tamara Baysinger (aka The Sweaty Equestrian) as she explores the workout, nutrition, motivation, and weight loss tips you need to ride stronger in a day and longer in your life.
This show is for you if you find yourself asking questions like: How do I get fitter for riding horses? What kinds of workouts actually help equestrians? How can I ride longer without getting so tired? What muscles matter most for riders? Is horseback riding enough exercise? Is rider fitness different after 40? How does menopause change rider fitness? How can I solve pain in the saddle? Is weight loss important for horseback riding? What exercises should I do to be a better rider? What kind of workouts are best for women riders?
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Equestrian Fitness for the Long Ride with The Sweaty Equestrian
Ep26 - What is the Best Kind of Exercise for Equestrians?
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With so many fitness options out there, it’s easy for riders to wonder: What is the best kind of exercise for equestrians?
In this episode, endurance rider and personal trainer Tamara Baysinger breaks down the benefits and shortcomings of yoga, Pilates, strength training, and cardio for riders. You’ll learn how each type of exercise can support your balance, stamina, body control, fat loss, longevity, and performance in the saddle—plus Tamara’s recommendation for building a realistic rider fitness plan that actually fits your life.
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