The Rider's Fitness Program: Squat
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Benefits
Leg strength, balance, stability
Equipment
-Mat
-Dumbbells or wrist weights
How do I do this?
1. Stand up straight with your feet shoulder-width apart. Let your arms hand naturally at your sides.
2. In one smooth motion, lower yourself toward the floor in a squat, as if to grasp an object at your feet. Allow your trunk to bend naturally as you descent. Keep your body weight centered over your insteps.
3. Lower yourself as far as comfort allows.
4. Return to a standing position by pushing hard into the ground with your legs.
5. Perform seven to ten repetitions.
The Squat develops your leg strength, balance, and stability - - three fundamentals that help you use your legs effectively while posting, cantering, galloping or jumping. This exercise also increases your ability to absorb the force of these movements and establish effective body position.
Excerpt from "The Rider's Fitness Program" published by Storey Publishing, Copyright 2004 Dianna Robin Dennis, John J. McCully, Paul Juris
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