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Stronger in the Saddle: A riders guide to strength, mobility and balance
Paperback
Series: Rehab for Riders
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: Mar 3 2026
Pages: 280
Weight: 0.72
Height: 0.59 Width: 5.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
A book by Rehab for Riders, the physiotherapist specifically for horse riders.
Riders ask a lot of their bodies.
Every stride demands balance, coordination, postural control, and quiet strength - all while responding to the movement of a powerful, unpredictable partner. When something in your body falls slightly out of alignment, the signs are often subtle at first: stiffness, unevenness, fatigue, a nagging ache, or the feeling that something just isn't quite right.
Stronger in the Saddle is a practical, rider-specific guide to understanding your body in the saddle - and training it to perform better.
This isn't a generic fitness book.
It's not a high-intensity gym programme.
And it's not only for injured riders.
It's a structured, biomechanically informed approach to:
Improving postural endurance so you can ride longer without fatigue
Building stable, responsive strength where riders truly need it
Restoring mobility that improves your seat and leg position
Reducing the small compensation patterns that quietly lead to pain
Increasing confidence through better physical control
Inside You'll Learn:
Why riders commonly develop lower back pain, tight hips, weak glutes, rounded shoulders, and pelvic asymmetry
How breathing affects stability, tension, and even anxiety in the saddle
The difference between postural endurance and cardiovascular fitness - and why it matters for riders
How to identify red flags vs normal training soreness
Simple self-checks to spot imbalances before they become injuries
The 6-Week Rider Prehab Programme
Part III of the book delivers a clear, progressive 6-week strength, mobility, and control plan designed specifically for riders.
Each week includes:
3-4 focused off-horse exercises
A practical on-horse awareness focus
Guidance on frequency and progression
Tracking sheets to monitor consistency and improvement
You don't need a gym. Most exercises require minimal equipment and can be done at home or at the yard.
This programme supports your riding - it doesn't compete with it.
Who This Book Is For
Riders who feel stiff, tight, or uneven
Riders struggling with recurring aches and pains
Riders returning after time off
Riders who want to improve balance, stability, and effectiveness
Riders who want to protect their body for the long term
Whether you compete regularly or ride purely for enjoyment, this book helps you build a body that supports your riding for years - not just seasons.
Riding well isn't about forcing better posture or working harder.
It's about building a body that can stay tall, elastic, and responsive - even when the ride gets demanding.
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