A Perfect Seat: EQUESTRIAN PILATES and Personal Training for the Equestrian

04/24/2016

A must-read for riders of any discipline. I address these issues in my practice daily!
http://equinemechanics.com/post/128568891748/unmounted-rider-exercises-to-improve-your

So whilst we’re looking a little at strengthening the horse’s core, and before we get onto ridden exercises, let’s do the same for the rider. There’s growing research evidence that improving your seat...

10/13/2015

A reminder to my clients that age is just a number. This 86 year old is amazing.
https://www.facebook.com/LOLMovie2012.Page/videos/194519504031179/

10/05/2015

Pilates workout!
https://www.facebook.com/mypilatesinfo/posts/804955152946567

A 20 Minute Full Body Pilates Workout That Anyone Can Do 11 exercise with clear instructions and all you need is a mat!!!

10/03/2015

We did one of these in class today!
https://bioriderfitness.com/top-5-planks-for-horseback-riders/

08/16/2015

The Half Halt!

http://dressagetoday.com/article/experts-27900?utm_source=DressageTodayFB&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=Facebook

Pulling backward on the reins creates a tug-of-war between you and your 1,000-plus-pound horse, which you will eventually lose. A horse’s usual answer to a rider pulling is to push forward with his

08/03/2015

Body Awareness!!!! You can't be a competent rider without it:
http://www.eurodressage.com/equestrian/2015/08/02/body-awareness-aid-i-think-i-give-and-aid-i-really-give

07/28/2015

Fantastic article on core strength and dressage:
http://janetaungierdressage.blogspot.com/2009/01/core-strength.html?m=1

Training horses and teaching 'their people' in Northwest Oregon. I have included, in text or through links, information on my background, philosophy, prices and program details. I am always learning from the horses who are my reality check and from my students who are constantly coming up with brill…

07/07/2015

Here are 5 ways the practice of Pilates benefits your riding:
1) Relaxation - knowing how to release tension, especially in your hips end arms, can be particularly helpful to the dressage rider.
2) Alignment - if you don't understand proper alignment off your horse, you'll never understand how to accomplish it on your horse
3) Breathing - there is a reason why exhaling can help you with transitions. Breathing not only helps you to engage your abdominals, it also allows you to move freely with your horse's movement.
4) Focus and Precision - there are few things better than Pilates for teaching independent use of aids
5) Body Awareness - all riders can benefit from becoming more aware of their body, especially the muscles needed to initiate certain movements.

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07/02/2015

http://www.kaylaitsines.com/blogs/news/42886019-5-best-post-workout-stretches?utm_content=buffer9451d&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook.com&utm_campaign=buffer

06/30/2015

Great article highlighting the benefits of Pilates for equestrians:
http://www.womenandhorses.com/newsletter-2004december.html

06/25/2015

Please read:
http://theathleticrider.com/the-athletic-rider/cardiorespiratory-training/ =143209,7ac74e2a-33d3-0c2b-0abc-082187225ed8

06/08/2015

Back pain - we all get it, especially riders. The main focus of my Pilates classes is to create more core strength, as stronger abdominals can help prevent back pain. In addition, I focus on toning and strengthening the gluteus medius muscles. This not only gives you a tight, toned and lifted rear-end, it also can help prevent lower back pain.
http://www.npr.org/sections/goatsandsoda/2015/06/08/412314701/lost-posture-why-indigenous-cultures-dont-have-back-pain?utm_source=facebook.com&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=npr&utm_term=nprnews&utm_content=20150608

There are a few populations in the world where back pain hardly exists. One woman thinks she has figured out why, and she's sharing their secrets. Have Americans forgotten how to stand properly?