Methods to Mechanics


Natural stability can only function in a person’s body when the core is engaged and operating engaged.

If you think the abdominal muscle is the core, then you are expecting all of your body’s weight to be supported by just the front-lower  torso. What about the upper torso and the muscles in the lower back? Abs are just sheets of muscles that connect the upper and lower body. The core is more than just that…the muscles in the entire torso are responsible for the mechanics of the “core.”

Larger muscle groups will need physical weight added to increase the strength of those muscle fibers.To excel in riding, one must increase the strength in this muscle group. Yoga is esp

Below are the different training methods, all of which, are the responsible for ideal muscle structures for a horseback rider. Rotating between these methods allow the body to develop better mechanics, better coordination! Get out of the saddle position and cross train for overall peak core engagement.

Most personal trainers have no idea how difficult it is to endure a peak performance ride. To train for peak performance, do not push your body to 100% during any activity. Always train at 70-80% intensity and save the 100% for the show, competition or trail ride.

 The torso of the body holds a center which held by a surrounding symmetrical and elastic muscle. Our goal in stability training to keep the extremities controlled from the center of the core. It then becomes easier to stay stable in the saddle at any moment.  
Full core stability is gained when the body is strong enough to support itself under unpredictable outside force. In the case of a rider, the force can be generated by any horse in any given moment. Stability training applies to every equestrian for safety and performance. Our exercises uses the best stability equipment along with strength training.
Rotate flexibility training with strength training to prevent stiffness arising. There are many forms of stretching. Whichever your preference in lengthening muscles, make sure you do this regularly.  When you keep the elasticity of the muscle as it gets stronger, you gain strength through the entire range of motion in your body. People who tend not to move well with the horse should start stretching first.
 Check our Yoga sequence out! Stretching while engaging muscles during poses is a terrific way to become more aware of your own body. You can even out some stability imbalances between your right and left side by stretching in between sets. Alternate between stretching, strength and stability training and you’ll be set!

 

Once stability exercises are easy, apply weights to upper body exercise. Stability has to constantly be trained.  Cross training prevents the body from forgetting how to stabilize.Follow a specific strength training program to prevent injury or restriction in the seat. 
All competitive riders need to strength train; it’s necessary for the mechanics in the upper levels of dressage and the higher levels of jumping.  The BioRider Program has the highest of standards of developing long, lean and strong muscle. Never any bulk! The way we develop strength, allows stability and flexibility to regularly worked out.
  • Cardiovascular Training
The typical use for cardio is people want to lose weight… but when you weight training, the body will burn more adipose tissue (fat) than cardio alone.  Use aerobic exercise as a form of cross training.  Too much wear on the body  can be brought upon by doing too much aerobic exercise and not enough strength training.
Cardio training naturally eliminate muscle compensation in a person’s range of motion during endurance exercise. For most riders, the act of riding can be used as your aerobic exercise. As your level of performance or tasks in the saddle increase, you will need to incorporate another form of aerobic activity.  Muscles have to endure a different way of moving other than in a saddle. Do whatever cross-aerobic activity you want to do; biking, swimming, hiking, rowing or dancing. The body will start to move better as a whole. Training your body to move better with the horse. This is the main reason to incorporate any added aerobic activity.
  • Calisthenic Training
Riders who want to increase reflexes or increase timing can alternate with a faster motion training or dynamic fitness. It’s highly recommended only after the above training is incorporated regularly. Quicker movements in exercise can lead to injury if the body is not in the right physical condition. Wait on calisthenic training even though you want to get quicker faster…remember there is a process. 
  When anyone does high intensity training, muscles are being used. Recovery is a must especially if you are riding a horse. Muscle fibers will be the first to burn away before fat when the body is over training. Counterproductive to our the BioRider Fitness Program. Muscle support and performance progression is key, set your self up for success! Leave calisthenic training for last.