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.

PART ONE - Pilates Principles and Basic Considerations

Why Riders should do Pilates
The Pilates Principles for Riders
Your Pilates Aids
Core Stability
Stabiliser and Mobiliser Muscles
Muscle Imbalances and Weaknesses
Common Rider Complaints
Directions of Movement
Targeted Exercises
Your Posture

PART TWO - Studio Exercises

Key Pilates Starting Positions
Studio Exercise Programme
Exercises from Standing
Exercises from Relaxation Position
Exercises from Front-lying or Prone
Exercises from Four-point Kneeling
Exercises from Side-lying
Exercises from Sitting
Using the Physio Ball

PART THREE - The Horse/Rider Partnership

Your Equine Partner
Ridden Exercises
Index