08/27/2025
I want to end this entire month, which can seem kind of somber when we talk about injuries (especially concussions), on a positive note.
One is the good news from the research on how simple things like wearing a helmet can reduce your injury risk (it's a 5-fold decrease)! This is one easy, actionable step you can take now. Want to learn more about fittings, when you should replace your helmet, and how to properly care for it after each ride? Tune into Episode 11 of the Mane Brain podcast!
Secondly, I want to encourage you to think of ways to improve your own fitness, and specifically, your balance. One unique element to our sport that you don't see in other outdoor field sports is how much we must focus on our balance, especially on a MOVING, UNSTABLE surface. So many injuries come from a loss of balance, so what if you could take steps to address this beforehand?
Options like a rider fitness assessment provides a vehicle for you and I to not only discuss your strength and flexibility, but more importantly, your balance. As a physical therapist who's been focusing on treating this specific diagnosis for my entire career, and as an equestrian, it's a topic I am both well versed in and super passionate to help with. Let me help you with a personalized approach to building this balance skill set. Are you ready to get started?
