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 Three in a Bikini
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| Alright...
I am going through some life changes that include health complications.
Subsequently, I am barred from riding for the next 10-12 months.
So what do you do when you can't ride?
What is the best way for me to maintain balance and core strength?
What are some options for keeping my horses in shape?
I think I should add that I will probably be feeling fine for the majority of this roller coaster ride. But my concern is that I push it too far and cause serious problems.
I have even considered purchasing a start-up project and just sending it to the trainer so I have something to keep tabs on and look forward too.
ANYTHING to keep my mind off of this would be beneficial!
I have already started DVR'ing every horse episode on RFD-TV so there is step one. 
HELP?!
Edited by Kry5ta1 2017-09-05 8:53 PM
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Go Get Em!
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Location: OH. IO | It's hard to give advice on core strength and balance without knowing what you can and cannot do. Be patient and don't further the complications. |
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Three in a Bikini
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| jake16 - 2017-09-05 7:00 PM
It's hard to give advice on core strength and balance without knowing what you can and cannot do. Be patient and don't further the complications.
Good question.
The stipulations include: "No activities that would jiggle the abdomen".
So I can probably ride at the walk.
I can also probably look into yoga?
Or other more relaxed versions of exercise.
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Location: Arkansas | I'm not much help, just wanted to say good luck and quick healing! |
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Location: Kansas | Pilates is great for core strength, yoga for balance and also some core strength.
Your adomen will not jiggle, but you will be using your abdomen muscles a lot.
You should get more clarification and details from your doctor |
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Location: Texas | Sit around, eat, watch tv and gain weight. |
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Location: IN MY OWN LITTLE WORLD AT LEAST THEY KNOW ME HERE | Walking is always a good thing :0)
Put some tunes on n go walk.
I walk around our 20 acre pasture ,;0)
Suck n that gut n tuck that butt :0)
Alternate the speed ;0)
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| Yakima - 2017-09-05 11:30 PM
Walking is always a good thing :0)
Put some tunes on n go walk.
I walk around our 20 acre pasture ,;0)
Suck n that gut n tuck that butt :0)
Alternate the speed ;0)
Take your horses with you if you're walking around the pasture - you'll be getting some exercise while getting to spend time with them and can tune up their ground manners as well! Teach them to pay attention to your body language - stop when you stop without having to pull on the lead rope, back up without having to pull on the lead rope, etc. |
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Location: Where the long tails flow, ND | I've kind of been in your boat recently. I'm nearing the end of my pregnancy. I've been ok up until this last month now I am itching to ride.
My first pregnancy I took my horses on lots of walks and kept them in shape the entire time. This time I've used the 4 wheeler a few times to get them out and moving again, lunging them, making them pretty, petting them. LOL I told my self I was going to be a lot more motivated this time than last time but it didn't end up that way. I think we all enjoyed the little break from riding but we are all ready to be back at it !
Good luck!! |
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| Rowing is great for ab/back/leg work and flexibility. Floor ab/yoga/pilates will keep your core strong, or make it stronger, and keep you flexible. Free weights will keep your upper body and arms good. All these are without impact (abdominal jiggling (lol)). I had double abdomen surgery (gall bladder out and a lumbar hernia repair) 18+ months ago and am still rebuilding. I had to start up again without stretching my left side or jiggling abdomen for the first 6 months.
Do ride - but keep it slow and simple. That's more for your happy place than exercise. If it hurts, stop and try again later. I hurt for the first 3 months riding even at a walk.
Good luck and patience prayers. |
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Location: Gainesville, TX | Tai Chi is pretty easy flowing movements, no jiggling. Or maybe swimming. I know a lot of older people do these to stay fit because they are easier on you. I agree that yoga too would be a good option and walking.
I have used a 4 wheeler to exercise horses too. I am not sure how rough your pastures are but we exercise some this way. Our pasture is pretty rough. However I would think if you could smooth out a section, mow it down with the tractor, something like that, and get you a really smooth track you could probably still keep them in shape that way. I know a lot of halter horse people do this.
For the rest of the time, maybe use this as an opportunity to read and learn tons more about horses. Maybe you'll have some new techniques to try or something when its time to get back to riding. |
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I still had to have horse time. My barn was spotless. I lunged colts. Ran the chute for my husband. Brushed and petted them a lot haha :) |
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| Kry5ta1 - 2017-09-05 6:52 PM
Alright...
I am going through some life changes that include health complications.
Subsequently, I am barred from riding for the next 10-12 months.
So what do you do when you can't ride?
What is the best way for me to maintain balance and core strength?
What are some options for keeping my horses in shape?
I think I should add that I will probably be feeling fine for the majority of this roller coaster ride. But my concern is that I push it too far and cause serious problems.
I have even considered purchasing a start-up project and just sending it to the trainer so I have something to keep tabs on and look forward too.
ANYTHING to keep my mind off of this would be beneficial!
I have already started DVR'ing every horse episode on RFD-TV so there is step one.
HELP?!
What are your health complications? I started lifting weights (just free weights in my office) and doing lots of planking/yoga exercises. You can increase or decrease the difficulty and time spent in a position as needed. |
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Three in a Bikini
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| lonely va barrelxr - 2017-09-07 5:33 AM
Rowing is great for ab/back/leg work and flexibility. Floor ab/yoga/pilates will keep your core strong, or make it stronger, and keep you flexible. Free weights will keep your upper body and arms good. All these are without impact (abdominal jiggling (lol)). I had double abdomen surgery (gall bladder out and a lumbar hernia repair) 18+ months ago and am still rebuilding. I had to start up again without stretching my left side or jiggling abdomen for the first 6 months.
Do ride - but keep it slow and simple. That's more for your happy place than exercise. If it hurts, stop and try again later. I hurt for the first 3 months riding even at a walk.
Good luck and patience prayers.
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