I designed my program to help equestrians increase their performance in the saddle. I create a unique program for each of my clients based on their goals, budget, lifestyle, etc. 

     I primarily focus on a mix of strength, balance, and flexibility training with my clients. Most of my clients work out from home with minimal equipment- usually a yoga mat, yoga ball, foam roller, balance pad, resistance bands, step, and light dumbbells

Strength training is essential for equestrians. A rider needs enough strength to kick and pull their horse, throw a saddle, stack hay bales, etc. without injuring themselves. I focus on strength exercises that mimic the daily tasks of an equestrian such as lunges, deadlifts, rows, etc. Since correct form is of upmost importance for avoiding injury- I progress my clients slowly to make sure they are completing the exercises correctly. 

     An unbalanced rider will struggle controlling both their body and their horse's body parts. Equestrians need dynamic stability- meaning their body stabilizes them against movement. A good rider has control of their body parts and can resist movement while also staying soft. If you have good stability and balance on the ground you will be much more successful in the saddle. I challenge my clients with balance exercises that mimic how their body has to stabilize in the saddle.

     Flexibility training helps create a soft and supple rider. Many riders need hip, back, and shoulder mobility so they can flow with their horse's movement without pain. Many riders also struggle with poor posture, pelvic tilts, leaning forward, etc. These issues can easily be fixed with corrective exercise.  

     I do not focus on weight loss or play a huge role in my client's nutrition. My program is not about looking your best in a bikini; it's about creating a healthier lifestyle while becoming a stronger rider. Most of my clients do not notice weight loss, but most see a change in their body composition. Strength training promotes muscle gain, and muscle weighs more than fat. As my clients lose fat, they also put on muscle- achieving a body composition change without much of a scale change. Most of my clients also notice a difference in how their clothes fit, how they look in the mirror, etc. I would rather focus my time and energy on making you the best rider that I can, and for most, that does not include weight loss!! I promote a healthy, sustainable lifestyle that does NOT ever include dieting or restricting yourself from food.