(video below) If you are trying make it through the day without getting hurt at work, then consider this when thinking about how to avoid workplace injuries: Training your muscles to have the strength to resist force and momentum is as important as training your body for the strength to move stuff. After all, what […]
(video below) Having strong core muscles is ESSENTIAL for good equitation and performance. Often times, the “traditional” core training programs used by equestrians do not include exercises that train a rider’s core for SPECIFIC moves needed during equestrian events. In this video, Shawn addresses one of the most commonly forgotten methods of core training: anti-rotation […]
(video below) For some riders, achieving and maintaining good upper body posture can be a real challenge. In this video, Shawn will demonstrate a few simple tricks that will have an amazing effect on an athlete’s ability to put themselves in a correct posture, and maintain that position with little effort. If you’re looking for a […]
(video below) For some riders, achieving and maintaining good upper body posture can be a real challenge. In this video, Shawn will demonstrate a few simple tricks that will have an amazing effect on an athlete’s ability to put themselves in a correct posture, and maintain that position with little effort. If you’re looking […]
(video below) I did this video in response to a question posed to one of the Facebook groups that I’m in (Friendly Horse Questions) . The rider felt that her lower legs were not strong enough to offer effective leg cues to the stubborn (old) mare that she was riding, and was looking for some […]
(video below) Designed specifically for riders who are looking to add more flexibility and mobility in the saddle, these SIMPLE warm-up exercises are the PERFECT routine before your next ride. (They work just as well in the gym during regular workouts if you feel like you want a little extra results)! 😀 Looking for […]
(video below) Designed specifically for riders who have MODERATE flexibility and are looking to add additional range of motion and mobility in the saddle, these INTERMEDIATE warm-up exercises are the perfect routine before your next ride. (And, yes, they still work just as well in the gym during regular workouts if you feel like you want a some extra results)! […]
(video below) Did you know that simply breathing correctly can have a HUGE impact on your posture? In this video, I’ll show you one technique that will not only help you learn to use the correct muscles for breathing (diaphragm vs. chest/traps), but will also aid in drawing in deep, relaxing breaths. Be sure […]
(video below) If you are looking for ways to IMPROVE your confidence and control when riding, then correcting one COMMON posture issue can make a big difference. While having an anterior pelvic tilt, or APT, is not the end of the world, it CAN prevent the rider from achieving the most comfortable and effective […]
(video below) In this video, you will learn a simple, but super effective stretch for the Levator Scapulae. Attatching on both the neck and shoulder blade, this muscle is often responsible for chronic neck pain and shoulder tightness. Did you know that WEAK SHOULDERS are very frequently responsible for NECK PAIN?!? Check out my 15 day […]
