Rider Wellness Archives - Dressage Today https://dressagetoday.com/category/rider-wellness/ Dressage Today is the training and educational resource for dressage riders at every level. Videos and instructional articles offer tips. Thu, 19 Feb 2026 20:02:20 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://s3.amazonaws.com/wp-s3-dressagetoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/09180459/DT-Favicon-150x150.png Rider Wellness Archives - Dressage Today https://dressagetoday.com/category/rider-wellness/ 32 32 How to Maximize Your Rides When You Have Minimal Time https://dressagetoday.com/rider-wellness/sports-psychology/how-to-maximize-your-rides-when-you-have-minimal-time/ Thu, 19 Feb 2026 19:54:20 +0000 https://dressagetoday.com/?p=19589 Any number of life variables can compromise your time in the tack, which is frustrating and can impede progress. Sports psychologist Jenny Susser offers three top tips to get the most out of your rides when you're short on time.

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]]> You Can’t Build Elegance With Force: How Yoga & Dressage Correlate https://dressagetoday.com/rider-wellness/rider-fitness/you-cant-build-elegance-with-force-how-yoga-dressage-correlate/ Sat, 07 Feb 2026 22:23:33 +0000 https://dressagetoday.com/?p=19510 Grand Prix dressage rider and trainer Wanja Gerlach discusses the parallels between dressage and yoga and explains how his years-long yoga practice has improved his balance, strength and flexibility in the saddle and how it allows his horses to move better.

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]]> Dressage Competition: Is Your Mindset Holding You Back? https://dressagetoday.com/rider-wellness/sports-psychology/dressage-competition-is-your-mindset-holding-you-back/ Thu, 22 Jan 2026 20:57:54 +0000 https://dressagetoday.com/?p=19282 Learn how mindset, preparation and goal setting can transform your competition experience.

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]]> How Dressage Riders Benefit from Developing Strong Core Muscles https://dressagetoday.com/rider-wellness/rider-fitness/how-dressage-riders-benefit-from-developing-strong-core-muscles/ Wed, 08 Oct 2025 13:38:00 +0000 http://ci0202779bc0022586 USEF “S” dressage judge Debbie Rodriguez explains why having a strong core is crucial for effective riding.

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]]> Power of Positivity: Giving Others Grace In a Sea of Negativity https://dressagetoday.com/rider-wellness/power-of-positivity-giving-others-grace-in-a-sea-of-negativity/ Tue, 30 Sep 2025 22:48:40 +0000 https://dtmembership.wpenginepowered.com/news/power-of-positivity-giving-others-grace-in-a-sea-of-negativity/ Dressage trainer and judge and cohost of the Dressage Today Podcast Aviva Nebesky reflects on social-media critiquing and talks about its negative impacts on your riding and the sport.

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]]> …But Look How Far You’ve Come https://dressagetoday.com/rider-wellness/but-look-how-far-youve-come/ https://dressagetoday.com/rider-wellness/but-look-how-far-youve-come/#comments Mon, 15 Sep 2025 13:00:00 +0000 http://ci02810766e000276c A reflection on the journey from the rider I used to be to the one I dream to become.

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]]> https://dressagetoday.com/rider-wellness/but-look-how-far-youve-come/feed/ 2 Integrate Emotional Agility Into Your Riding https://dressagetoday.com/rider-wellness/sports-psychology/integrate-emotional-agility-into-riding-shelley-rosenberg/ Fri, 15 Aug 2025 18:47:00 +0000 http://ci0202779c30082586 Shelley Rosenberg explains how she learned to adjust her mind’s position to be more effective as a rider.

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]]> Hot Rides, Cool Heads: Avoid Common Hydration Mistakes https://dressagetoday.com/lifestyle/hot-rides-cool-heads-avoid-common-hydration-mistakes/ Mon, 23 Jun 2025 19:22:41 +0000 https://dressagetoday.com/?p=18220 Riders are at greater risk for dehydration and heat-related illnesses than other athletes. Learn why and how to ensure you properly hydrate when riding in the heat to stay healthy and improve your performance.

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]]> Is It Time to Break Up With Your Trainer? https://dressagetoday.com/lifestyle/is-it-time-to-break-up-with-your-trainer/ Wed, 04 Jun 2025 22:23:31 +0000 https://dressagetoday.com/?p=18098 Making the decision to leave your trainer can be agonizing and emotional. We'll help you determine if it might be time to move on and how to have a healthy break-up.

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]]> Balancing Studies & Saddle Time: 10 Ways to Stay Connected with Horses in College https://dressagetoday.com/lifestyle/balancing-studies-saddle-time-10-ways-to-stay-connected-with-horses-in-college/ Thu, 22 May 2025 18:09:32 +0000 https://dressagetoday.com/?p=18030 Check out these traditional and creative ideas for maintaining your equine passion throughout your college experience.

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