[RC] Fun balance exercises that help equitation for the endurance rider - Garrett . Ford
Over the
years I've had the opportunity to participate in endurance riding and have been
involved in the sport since 1982. Some years I can't find the time to fit
in any endurance rides, in a big year I may end up with 750 miles. The
main reason for the swing in participation is the involvement in other non
equine endurance sports. There just isn't enough time in the day.
I started
to get more involved in endurance this season and contacted a couple dressage
instructors to improve my equitation. As a heavyweight rider I knew that
a more balanced rider would only help my horse in 50 and 100 mile events.
Time restraints with family, career and others things got in the way and I have
yet to take a dressage lesson. It's on the list and will happen
eventually but over the summer months I stumbled on several exercises that have
really improved my balance and equitation.
