7 Signs of Saddle-Fit Trouble

…your saddle isn’t fitting properly, although the issue can occur even with a well-fitted saddle. Action: Check saddle fit. If your saddle fits properly, consider using a pressure-distributing pad to…

All Head Injuries Aren’t Equal

…that one SEI-certified equestrian helmet is safer than another. The one exception is in the number of fit options the helmet offers, because fit is critical to its protective capabilities….

Fast Track to Fitness

…Barbra Schulte’s Mentally Tough Riding include fitness components specially tailored for equestrians. Contact Mentally Tough Riding, 2000 South Market St., Suite 219, Brenham, TX 77833; (800) 737-1070 or (409) 277-9344;…

Therapeutic Riding

…cross over into their non-riding lives too, with an increased ability to perform daily tasks. Mentally handicapped and emotionally disturbed individuals can also benefit from riding. The interaction with a…

Therapeutic Riding

…cross over into their non-riding lives too, with an increased ability to perform daily tasks. Mentally handicapped and emotionally disturbed individuals can also benefit from riding. The interaction with a…

Surviving The Fit

Hunting for a pair of breeches that fit can be as frustrating as searching for a saddle that fits both horse and rider. If you’ve ever marched into your local…

Rider Fitness Tip: Breast Cancer Challenge

…available anywhere. Clinics available include fitness, yoga and fitness, and sport-psychology and fitness. You can get a free subscription to monthly rider fit tips, or download the ebooks at Equifitt.com….

Fit Your Riding Helmet Correctly

…poor fit. Fasten the harness, making sure it’s comfortably snug. Check the fit of your riding helmet: Make sure the helmet fits snugly all the way around. Wiggle it back…

Riding-Helmet Tips

…Get the right fit by following these guidelines. Do your hair. Before you try on helmets for fit, wear your hair the way you will when you are riding. Your…