Winter Riding: 5 Exercises To Stay Motivated

Indoor season is here. Oi.

When the temps drop and the horses are fresh, it can be hard to find the motivation to keep your horse fit in the winter. There’s nothing wrong with taking a break this time of year. But if you’re committed to keep going, here are some riding exercises to try. We’re rootin’ for you!

Improve Balance In Your Seat

Not all winter riding has to be high intensity. In this video Josie Matthew shares some simple exercises to work on rider balance.

Tips To Not Get Discouraged

Dressage trainer Amelia Newcomb shares her tips on how to stay motivated during the cold weather and offers some educational alternatives to riding.

Gymnastics Are Your Friend

In this Evention TV epsiode, eventers Dom and Jimmie Schramm share some gymnastics grids to help develop technique and identify problems in rider position.

Cavaletti Exercises

Jimmie and Dom are back with ways to use cavelettis. These exercises are perfect for smaller indoor arenas.

If You’ve Got Kids To Entertain

In this video, Lauren Hayes shares some fun winter riding exercises to do in the wintertime. The key is keeping it fun!