by admin | Oct 1, 2021 | Uncategorized
Ok, so The photo at the top is of Baz, demonstrating how to wear both Kinesiotape (K Tape) and TheraBand to increase the intensity and specificity of his training. But we humans can also use all manner of different equipment to modify how our bodies work during...
by admin | Oct 1, 2021 | Uncategorized
In a little deviation from my planned equipment themed run of posts, I am going to talk about saddles. These are pretty essential piece of kit, and most riders are conscientious about having them checked regularly. We focus predominantly on how well they fit the...
by admin | Oct 1, 2021 | Uncategorized
Spiky balls are rather like Lizzie – very versatile but at times quite a challenge to work with! I use them in several different ways, and have one lurking near to hand all the time. The most frequent use I have for them is dealing with trigger points. Before I...
by admin | Oct 1, 2021 | Uncategorized
I’m not quite sure what is going on with the above picture of Lizzie as she looks like she has no neck development whatsoever and resembles more of a yak than a dressage horse in training….we had just come back from a quick whiz on the moor so possibly she was a...
by admin | Oct 1, 2021 | Pilates, Rider Training, Riders Body
I love my foam roller sessions, although I’m not sure all of my class attendees always agree. Using a foam roller is an excellent way of working on balance in a way that can mimic being on a horse, but it is seriously hard to get to grips with. In many ways balancing...
