Pilates for Equestrians

Liza Randall combines her two loves as an equestrian writer and Pilates coach from her case in the Cotswolds. Author of Pilates for Equestrians and former editor of British Eventing Life magazine, she has a passion for eventing, whether watching or competing. Liza is an advocate of classes being available to riders of all abilities, and worked with British Eventing when the BE80 Training series was launched. As an equestrian Pilates coach, Liza trains amateur and professional riders alike, teaching the recruitment of core muscles to develop balance, strength and coordination.

The book is dedicated to specific exercises, most of which can be done without any special equipment like gym balls or bands. All of the exercises are explained clearly, with excellent accompanying photographs and a box detailing how the exercise relates to your riding....The book also covers key exercises which can be used to combat common rider faults.

• PART ONE - Pilates Principles and Basic ConsiderationsWhy Riders should do PilatesThe Pilates Principles for RidersYour Pilates AidsCore StabilityStabiliser and Mobiliser MusclesMuscle Imbalances and WeaknessesCommon Rider ComplaintsDirections of MovementTargeted ExercisesYour PosturePART TWO - Studio ExercisesKey Pilates Starting PositionsStudio Exercise ProgrammeExercises from StandingExercises from Relaxation PositionExercises from Front-lying or ProneExercises from Four-point KneelingExercises from Side-lyingExercises from SittingUsing the Physio BallPART THREE - The Horse/Rider PartnershipYour Equine PartnerRidden ExercisesIndex