One of the major goals as a rider is to find the correct physical and mental place so that we are able to function as one with the horse, giving ourselves the optimum chance of maximising the horse's ability. For years the focus has been on the horse and training it to perfection, which is extremely important, but the simple fact is that for the horse to produce its best results the horse requires the rider to help it.
British Performance Coach, Jon Pitts, points out that at the highest level, riders do not force or fight their horse, they work with it and do everything they can with their bodies to enable the horse to be at its optimum. The obvious things like greater flexibility, cardio fitness, reaction time, balance, muscular strength and endurance come to mind. But Jon points out that fit and strong body may still not be optimal if pelvic function, effective breathing control, balance and co-ordination are not in the mix. This is where body awareness becomes crucial.
British Performance Coach, Jon Pitts, points out that at the highest level, riders do not force or fight their horse, they work with it and do everything they can with their bodies to enable the horse to be at its optimum. The obvious things like greater flexibility, cardio fitness, reaction time, balance, muscular strength and endurance come to mind. But Jon points out that fit and strong body may still not be optimal if pelvic function, effective breathing control, balance and co-ordination are not in the mix. This is where body awareness becomes crucial.
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