New here, any other riders here?

3footEQ
3footEQ Posts: 11
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I'm in the Tampa area :) I actually started running in order to get more muscle strength and cardiovascular fitness for riding! I've put on a few too many pounds and it REALLY affects my performance in the saddle.. not to mention my horse probably wouldn't mind a lighter load :)

Any other equestrians here losing weight too?

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  • JeaninePaige
    JeaninePaige Posts: 464 Member
    I haven't ridden in a long time but I miss it a lot! Lucky girl that you're able to all the time. :)

    I just joined myself, so feel free to add me as a friend if you'd like. I was born in New Port Richey, FL!
  • nnylee
    nnylee Posts: 811 Member
    It's been a long time and I'm no longer near a stable. Jealoussss that you still get to ride. I miss the horsies and the manure. XD
  • 3footEQ
    3footEQ Posts: 11
    Shoveling the manure gets you in shape..!
  • MissKane8064
    MissKane8064 Posts: 21
    I'm not a rider, but I'm new as well. Add me if you'd like:)
  • cheddle
    cheddle Posts: 102 Member
    to throw the "bloke" perspective on this one, I ride a motorbike and I can assure you that the lost weight is DEFINITELY noticeable in both seat comfort, acceleration, handling and how bumps on the road impact your body.

    So horse riding would be a similar thing, get that weight off so you can peruse your passions! Its a real shame to know that there are people out there who are restricted on a daily basis and prevented from doing what their mind wants, because they haven't done what their body wants!

    Good Luck - drop the weight for you (and your horses) =-)
  • tsb226
    tsb226 Posts: 1 Member
    I used to ride horses up until i wad 13. It would be nice to have some friends on here because i'm new too. so please add me :)
  • 3footEQ
    3footEQ Posts: 11
    to throw the "bloke" perspective on this one, I ride a motorbike and I can assure you that the lost weight is DEFINITELY noticeable in both seat comfort, acceleration, handling and how bumps on the road impact your body.

    So horse riding would be a similar thing, get that weight off so you can peruse your passions! Its a real shame to know that there are people out there who are restricted on a daily basis and prevented from doing what their mind wants, because they haven't done what their body wants!

    Good Luck - drop the weight for you (and your horses) =-)

    Haha yes! Butt does get sore especially since my saddle is now too small for it! Thankfully, I tend not to sit too much in the saddle, but as a result my legs get damned tired of holding myself up. The extra weight also does tend to negatively affect my own balance, not to mention the horse's balance while jumping.

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