Standing in stirrups to build strength and position.

Its ideal to learn to ride with a stretched thigh, pelvis forward, leg long, and heels under the hip. what can we do to help us create a stronger position? Here we teach Shari how to stand in the stirrups to help build the opposite muscles of what we usually use. Building the hamstring, hip flexors and core, increase our ability to stay balanced and strong in the saddle.

[@caileyalana5327]

I've been practicing to lift myself up. I'm a chubby 5 foot 7 gal and it hasn't been easy for me, but I'm trying my absolute best. I have a riding lesson today and I'm going to make my tutor proud.

[@f.horstmann8447]

Thank you! Im chubby, and at my old barn we didnt rlly do that excersize. But I moved to Spain recently and had to find a new barn. Everyone only speaks spanish, so its difficult to learn, but I'm determined

[@Dobiemama23]

The one exercise I am having difficulty with 😩

[@callmecharlottex]

You don't grip with your knees right? I think that's a problem I've been having unknowingly for ages lol, yet I started standing up in stirrups while trotting today so I guess I've made good progress lol

[@Liv-gl6fw]

I can’t Even stay for 6 seconds

[@cheryllynnwestmasterinstru627]

Keep at it. Make sure your thigh bone points straight down