It's extremely important as a horse owner to be fit.
Even those everyday "horse chores" can be taxing on a unfit body.

We want to be fit, have good balance and inner core strength.
Not just for our everyday  fitness but for our ability to be a more balanced rider.


These Products were chosen specifically to help improve balance, over all fitness , core strength, stability and flexibility and reactions.
The fundamental components that every Equestrian needs to maintain physical fitness and improve our riding abilities with this type of exercise program.

The Gymnic Ball is a great choice for all round exercise program that promotes core strength, stability, flexibility and balance and gives a reactive workout.
The Disc O Sit  we can use it while we are doing "nothing".  In the car, at our computers, at work.  All you have to do it sit on it!!
Floor exercises also can be done on it so that gives it a multi uses.
Again this product promotes core strength, balance, stability and flexibility as well.

A small selection of beginner books and videos are available also..A nice way to start off!
Baby steps so you do not get discouraged or injured!!


By developing your core strength and improving your balance with a  reactive workout
WILL become a better  rider and decrease your chances of injuries.


Dynamic~ Incorpotates the additon of movement, you must try and keep your center of gravity.
Reactive(act/react)~ Challanges the body to act and react and make quick decisions and positional adjustments... with this training,  the muscles are prepaared for many of life's unpredictable moments.
Back to Functional Movement by Trish Scott, fitball certified trainer     30 minutes   $34.95
This safe and effective video will help you achieve the correct balance of strength and flexibility you need for overall fitness of the spine.
This program will offer proper techniques in order to maintain or improve spinal fitness.  Spinal fitness can be achieved through strengthening the body's core.

( strong abdominals and back and stable pelvis).

                             

Yoga on the Ball By Resist a ball 45 minutes                                    $34.95
Many classic hatha yoga postures will be demonstrated while using the ball as an unstable platform.  The round, dynamic nature of the ball will emphasize core strengthening, balance and coordination of the large muscle groups as the body develops balance between strength and flexibility.
Gymnic Plus Balls are burst resistant therapy balls that maintain their shape.  They are made from a very strong heavy- duty vinyl that supports weight bearing up to 600 lbs.  These durable balls are molded with raised longitudinal ribs to limit slipping and give a better sense of security.

Gymnic balls help to improve: *balance and coordination *Cardiovascular function *postural endurance *mobility and flexibility *stability and core strength *variety in your workout
*Each ball comes with a exercise chart.

Gymnic Plus balls  or Arte Balls
Pricing and Sizing

  under 5 feet            45cm           $22.50
    5' - 5'7"                 55cm           $31.00
  5'8" - 6'3"               65cm            $38.00
over 6'3"                 75cm            $44.00

Plus actual shipping cost &  gst within Canada.
Gymnic Disc 'O' Sit   Inflated seat cushion is your portable stability ball. Like the exercise ball, the air pressure can be altered to make the exercises more challenging.

In Sitting:
*provides an unstable surface for exercise* promotes recruitment of small postural muscles* decreases constant disc compression forces* possible solution to everyday seating discomfort* improves trunk and pelvic girdle
*improves agility and reaction skills.                               

In standing: improves balance and coordination* mimics training in dynamic environment* withstands up to 600 lbs.

****Use in the car, watching tv, on your computer chair, at work....                                                   15 in diameter $37.00 ea                  
Books and Videos


The Great Body Ball Handbook
*A broad series of exercises and stretches to condition the whole body
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Excellent introduction to using the ball as part of a conditioning program $10.95


Stability Ball Exercises for a Healthy Back by Doris St-Arnaud 40pgs $13.95
Provides a complete exercise program using the stability ball to avoid lower back pain.  Includes exercises to strengthen and stabilize core muscles ( the deep muscle layer of our body) Each is illustrated with clear instructions and intensity level.
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