Rider Fitness
Rider fitness advice developed by riders, for riders.
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Better Breathing for the Dressage Rider
Rebecca Ashton shows you exercises to improve your breathing.

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Can Wide Horses Cause Rider Hip Pain?
Britta Anna Pedersen explains that hip pain and tightness are common complaints that seem to be more prevalent among dressage riders.

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Rider Fitness: Training Reactions
Rebecca Ashton shows you how to improve your reactions to improve your riding.

Rider Fitness
Rider Fitness: Training Reactions

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Exercises to Improve Dressage Leg Position and Control
Rebecca Ashton provides these exercises to improve rider fitness.

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How Physical Fitness Impacts Riding and Confidence
Sports psychologist Jenny Susser explains this mental aspect of dressage

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Rider Exercises to Increase Shoulder Stability and Create Soft Hands
Fitness expert Rebecca Ashton gives exercises to help you achieve a soft, independent hand while still remaining in control of your upper body.

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Exercises to Strengthen the Dressage Rider’s Torso
Rebecca Ashton shows you how.

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Mentally Connect with Your Riding Abilities
Sports psychologist Jenny Susser explains how to ride with more awareness.

Rider Fitness
Exercises to Improve Rider Torso Strength
Tips from dressage rider and fitness expert, Rebecca Ashton.