Ep17 One Guaranteed Way Riders Can Improve Bone Density

Ep26 - What is the Best Kind of Exercise for Equestrians?

With so many fitness options out there, it’s easy for riders to wonder: What is the best kind of exercise for equestrians? In this episode, endurance rider and personal trainer Tamara Baysinger breaks down the benefits and shortcomings of yoga, Pilates, strength training, and cardio for riders. You’ll learn how each type of exercise can support your balance, stamina, body control, fat loss, longevity, and performance in the saddle—plus Tamara’s recommendation for building a realistic rider fitness plan that actually fits your life. Weekly Newsletter [https://thesweatyequestrian.com/newsletter.html] – Don’t miss my free boost of rider fitness motivation, delivered straight to your inbox every Wednesday morning. Subscribe here. [https://thesweatyequestrian.com/newsletter.html] Sponsor: The Sweaty Equestrian Membership [https://thesweatyequestrian.com/old-endurance-ride-web-pages/fitness.html] – The only personal fitness membership designed specifically for endurance riders, by an endurance rider is now open to horsewomen across all disciplines!  Join us as we learn to ride stronger in a day and longer in our lives.

Ep25 - How Will Taking a GLP-1 Affect My Riding?

Are GLP-1 weight loss drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Zepbound a good idea for equestrians? In this episode, endurance rider and personal trainer Tamara Baysinger takes a balanced look at GLP-1s for riders: when they may be helpful, why they are not necessarily a “lazy way out,” how they can backfire...and how to get the benefits without negative consequences for your riding. Weekly Newsletter [https://thesweatyequestrian.com/newsletter.html] – Don’t miss my free boost of rider fitness motivation, delivered straight to your inbox every Wednesday morning. Subscribe here. [https://thesweatyequestrian.com/newsletter.html] Leaner Stronger Rider [https://thesweatyequestrian.com/old-endurance-ride-web-pages/leaner.html] – Learn how to trade unwanted fat for lean, strong, metabolism-boosting muscle; gain energy and confidence; and change your body composition & riding for life. Sponsor: The Sweaty Equestrian Membership [https://thesweatyequestrian.com/old-endurance-ride-web-pages/fitness.html] – Get access to ALL of the The Sweaty Equestrian's fitness programs and challenges, PLUS our supportive group of fellow horsewomen.

Ep24 - What to Do When the Farm Work Isn't Working Anymore

Are farm chores and riding no longer keeping you as strong, lean, and energetic as they used to? In this episode of Equestrian Fitness for the Long Ride, endurance rider and personal trainer Tamara Baysinger talks about why active horsewomen can still lose muscle, gain body fat, and feel more fatigued despite being as active as ever. You’ll learn why familiar barn work stops challenging your body, why repetitive riding and chore patterns leave gaps, and discover the missing piece that helps you ride stronger in a day and longer in your life. Links: Weekly Newsletter [https://thesweatyequestrian.com/newsletter.html] – Don’t miss my free boost of rider fitness motivation, delivered straight to your inbox every Wednesday morning. Subscribe here. [https://thesweatyequestrian.com/newsletter.html] Leaner Stronger Rider [https://thesweatyequestrian.com/old-endurance-ride-web-pages/leaner.html] - Learn how to trade unwanted fat for lean, strong, metabolism-boosting muscle; gain energy and confidence; and change your body composition & riding for life. Sponsor: The Sweaty Equestrian Membership [https://thesweatyequestrian.com/old-endurance-ride-web-pages/fitness.html] – The only personal fitness membership designed specifically for endurance riders, by an endurance rider is now open to horsewomen across all disciplines!  Join us as we learn to ride stronger in a day and longer in our lives.

Ep 23 Electrolytes: A Salty Solution to Fatigue?

Is fatigue or brain fog interfering with your ability enjoy your horse time this summer? There may be a simple solution: Electrolytes. Active riders - especially those who eat a healthy diet - may need more sodium, potassium, and magnesium than they think. In this episode, endurance rider, personal trainer, and nutrition coach Tamara Baysinger of The Sweaty Equestrian shares how to use food and smart electrolyte supplementation to support clearer thinking, steadier energy, and stronger riding. Weekly Newsletter [https://thesweatyequestrian.com/newsletter.html] – Don’t miss my free boost of rider fitness motivation, delivered straight to your inbox every Wednesday morning. Subscribe here. [https://thesweatyequestrian.com/newsletter.html] My Favorite Electrolytes from LMNT [http://elementallabs.refr.cc/tamarabaysinger] – Use my link [http://elementallabs.refr.cc/tamarabaysinger] to get a free sample pack of LMNT with any order - yes, even if you just order another sample pack. Sponsor: The Sweaty Equestrian Membership [https://thesweatyequestrian.com/old-endurance-ride-web-pages/fitness.html] – The only personal fitness membership designed specifically for endurance riders, by an endurance rider is now open to horsewomen across all disciplines!  Join us as we learn to ride stronger in a day and longer in our lives.

Ep22 My New Horse's First Endurance Ride

In this episode of Equestrian Fitness for the Long Ride, personal trainer and endurance rider Tamara Baysinger shares the story of her new horse’s first endurance ride — from the nerves and preparation to the surprises, lessons, and little wins that made the day memorable. Whether you’re curious about endurance riding, preparing for your own first endurance ride, or simply love real-life horse stories, this episode offers an honest look at what it’s like to bring a new endurance horse to his first event. For photos from the ride, check out The Sweaty Equestrian Facebook page [https://www.facebook.com/TheSweatyEquestrian].