Fitness
Here is a round-up of exercises tailored to equestrians from a previous EC Insider series, “Fit to Ride: Fitness for the Busy Equestrian”, that you can incorporate into your at-home fitness routine.
- Warm-Up Exercises
- Squat Kickback for the Rider
- Glute Exercises for Riders
- Namaste for Equestrians
- Exercises to Improve Riding Posture
- Core Work for the Equestrian
- Transverse Abdominis: The Key to a Rock-Solid Riding Core
Need to get the kids moving? Check out Jumpstart’s Play from Home, which offers ideas to keep kids active at home.
Don’t forget, mental health is just as important as physical health! View our list of mental health resources here.
Education
It’s equally as important to exercise our minds as it is our bodies. Check out some resources below to stay on top of your equestrian education.
- Study online with equine certificate, diploma and short course programs from Equine Guelph. Check out their online deals and discounts during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- The Noëlle Floyd Masterclass library features in-depth video courses taught by top equestrians from around the world.
- The FEI Athlete Toolkit is an amazing resource covering a range of topics targeted towards athletes, including rules and policies, branding and sport psychology.
- While Athlete365 is the International Olympic Committee’s official community for Olympians and elite athletes, there are relevant and inspiring articles available on the platform for everyone.