Suppleness is a common goal for equine athletes across many disciplines. Concepts like softness and self-carriage are foundational to our horses’ training programs as we prepare them physically to best perform their jobs. So much emphasis is placed on maintaining the equine athlete in top form, but often these same concepts are overlooked for the riders and support team behind their beloved animals. It shouldn’t be like that.
One of the simplest and most selfless ways we can contribute to the overall well-being of our animals and our team is to improve our own physical well-being so that we show up ready to give our best and meet our equine athlete halfway every day.
What Sarah Pyrda tackles in this HorseGrooms Insiders resource
- Flexibility: What it actually means
- Flexible v. stretchy
- Fascia
- Resistance stretching
- Traditional Chinese medicine
- Applying it for equestrians
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Sarah Pyrda is an FEI show jumping groom for Andrew Bourns Sport Horses and a 500-hour certified yoga teacher with specialties in fascia release and the nervous system. She is passionate about inspiring others in the horse community to improve their quality of life by taking a proactive role in their wellness. She teaches stretching for riders and grooms, stress management and mindfulness techniques through her online offerings and in-person sessions in Wellington, Florida. To learn more and stay connected, you can follow her on Instagram @sarahpyrda where you can also find a link to join her email list for current news and offerings.
Photo courtesy of Four Oaks Creative.
