Fitness Tip of the Month: Exercises to build a better back (part 2)
Heather Sansom provides more exercises to help riders build strength in their back.
Heather Sansom
Heather Sansom, MA, is a Certified Personal Trainer, Equestrian conditioning specialist and Level 1 Centered Riding Instructor. She owns and operates Equifitt Fitness & Sport Conditioning in Kemptville, Ontario (equifitt.com)
Fitness Tip of the Month: Exercises to build a better back (part 1)
Heather Sansom describes an exercise to help strengthen back muscles, helping riders develop a sense of relaxed strength.
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