Desk Jockeys Rejoice! Transform Your Riding Strength 💪

Hi Athletes!

We all know that riding horses is a physically demanding sport that requires a lot of strength and stamina. But did you know that you can improve your riding performance by doing a full-body workout at your desk?

It’s an age old equestrian dilemma… work the job to pay for the riding, work harder to pay for the vet bills, work so hard we rarely ever even get to ride! It’s a vicious cycle!

As desk jockeys, we tend to sit for long periods, which can lead to stiff muscles and bad posture. And that's not good for riding, right? But don't worry, adding a functional workout routine into your daily routine can help improve your strength, flexibility, and overall fitness.

Here's a workout routine that you can do at your desk:

Chair Squats (legs and glutes)

• Stand with your feet hip-width apart and face away from your chair

• Slowly lower yourself down towards the chair, keeping your back straight and your knees in line with your toes

• Push through your heels to stand back up to the starting position

• Do 3 sets of 10 reps

• Desk Push-Ups (chest, shoulders, and triceps)

• Stand facing your desk and put your hands on the edge, shoulder-width apart

• Step your feet back into a plank position

• Lower your chest towards the desk, keeping your elbows close to your body

• Push back up to the starting position

• Do 3 sets of 10 reps

  Desk Dips (triceps and shoulders)

• Sit on the edge of your desk or chair, with your hands placed behind you and your fingers pointing towards your body

• Lower your body down towards the ground by bending your elbows

• Push through your hands to lift your body back up

• Do 3 sets of 10 reps

  Shoulder Blade Squeezes (back and shoulders)

• Sit up straight in your chair

• Squeeze your shoulder blades together and hold for 5-10 seconds

• Release and repeat for 3 sets of 10 reps

  Leg Raises (core and lower abs)

• Sit up straight in your chair with your feet flat on the ground

• Lift one foot off the ground and extend it out in front of you

• Hold for a few seconds and then lower your foot back down

• Repeat on the other leg and keep alternating for 3 sets of 10 reps

  Desk Plank (core and arms)

• Place your forearms on your desk with your elbows directly below your shoulders

• Step your feet back into a plank position

• Hold for 30 seconds, keeping your core engaged and your back straight

• Do 3 sets

Remember to take breaks between each exercise and stretch out any muscles that feel tight. This routine can be completed in around 20-30 minutes (sooo… your lunch break!) and will give you a full-body workout that'll make you feel stronger and fitter.

Start adding this functional workout routine into your daily routine and feel the difference it can make in your overall health and fitness.

And for those of you looking to take your fitness to the next level, we're offering a special promotion on our 4-week fitness program designed specifically for desk jockeys. This program includes personalized workout plans specific to the muscles that you use while riding that may be underdeveloped or stiff from working at a desk. Visit our website to learn more and take advantage of this limited-time offer. Use the code Jockey10 for $10 off the level of your choice, this offer expires on Friday!

Keep being awesome!

-Sarah