Equestrian sport is normally about the horse and how the horse(s) performs in competion. Not exactly so, when one examines it, you will find that the emphasis should be on the rider's - Weight,Fitness levels, Strength base, Flexibility, Body fat % + most of all Posture.
As Equestrian sport is ever changing, the emphasis on the Horse as the "Athlete" must be transfered on to the rider "the Athlete" placing more responsibility on them to perform in harmony with their horse(s).
As you are aware it is essential to have the following physical characteristics to compete at the highest possible level:
- Functional Strength & CORE Strength
- Functional Flexibility
- Maximum Fitness levels
- Minimum Body Fat %
- Functional POSTURE
The above are some essential characteristics that any rider should strive to attain to maximize their performances in competition at Local, National, International & Olympic level.
