Fit & Focused in 52: The Rider's Weekly Mind-and-Body Training Companion

I was told that this book was out of print but Amazon still has them. If you are a serious equestrian then you understand that the rider's physical fitness is just as important as the horse's. These exercises are SPECIFIC for jumpers and even dressage riders. You practice your position while doing each exercise so that they target the muscles you need to ride well. Besides the exercises Daniel also gives fantastic sports psychology training tips. He coaches Olympic riders. The specificity of these exercises is what makes them fun to do. Buy the book while it lasts because his clinics are very

Lots of inspiring and motivating tips to improve riding skills, whether one aspires to compete or just grow as a rider. For me, nothing revolutionary, just a well-organized reminder of a systematic approach to fitness for the rider, and some new ways to look at exercising for condition, fitness, and suppleness.

Great workbook on breaking through mental and physical barriers. I like this book so much I’ve purchased more copies as gifts for other equestrian friends!

A good, heavily illustrated book that introduces positive coaching combined with physical exercise, all tailored to equestrians.Contents (the 52 topics):Part 1:My Fit & Focused PhilosophyChapter One: Hips, Heels, Hands, Horse, Head,Health, and HeartChapter Two: Calm, Cool, Collected, Confident,Courageous, Cheerful, Centered,Capable, ConsistentStay in the ZoneOwn Your MistakesAdapt to PressureRelax and Enjoy the RideChapter Three: Strength, Stamina, Suppleness,Stability, Sportsmanship, Symmetry, SuccessSpecificity of SportOverloadingAdd EquipmentRespect Your BodyPart 2: The Fit & Focusedin 52 T

Fantastic Equine based fitness book. Easy to understand and to follow. Very relatable information with out being overwhelming. Coach Stewart has done it again in creating a great book for a cross discipline approach to equestrian fitness

I'm not sure why I ordered this book since I no longer have horses, but it sounded intriguing. I'm following the weekly format for the mental exercises and am enjoying them very much, as well as the writing style of the author. There's warmth and humor and I'm learning new ways to approach daily life. The physical exercises look very appropriate if riding is still a part of your life.

Love it so much! I feel good getting back on a horse after a few accidents and some health issues keeping me out of the saddle. It’s an easy comprehensive read.

This book has day-by-day activities to work with your horse. Very well written, short descriptions of exercises to develop a partnership with your horse.