RiderCise

I have been working with Clare for over 6 years now. Over this time she has completely shifted my mindset. I used to think rider fitness was something that I didn’t need but oh how wrong I was! Clare showed me the huge changes I could make in my riding through improving my strength and fitness off the horse. There are many equine fitness businesses now setting up but very few actually focus on the muscles we use when we ride. Clare uses rider specific exercises that, when you do them, actually make you a better rider and improves the weaknesses that you have on the horse. Since coming back from some time away from horses I have been using the online platform and have been working my way through the foundation and intermediate programmes. They are short workouts that you can fit in super easily so no excuses of not enough time. Clare has always been at the end of the phone to answer my questions and any concerns and worries I have. She kicks my butt into gear when I need it but is also understanding and sympathetic when I need her to be.

Its hard to put into a few words the impact ridercise has had...and the support Clare continuously provides - her ethics..her passion to help riders be their absolute best selves for their horses...and her phenomenal knowledge and skills in teaching, coaching and personal training is just..put simply..'outstanding'. So pleased I took the plunge and signed up to ridercise. I've literally gone from strength to strength and addressed some very weak physical areas which were impeding mine and my horses progress. The programmes are bitesize and 'doable'...with clear progression routes through levels...the 121 support from Clare is exceptional whether its a 121 call or a direct and speedy response to a query through the fb ridercise support group....Clare always responds with clear and expert guidance. Clare knows how to get alongside individuals and help them to identify smart goals and aspirations. In just 1 x 30 min call...Clare helped me to formulate a smart, simple, 4 week ridercise plan, so I could do the golden horse-shoe endurance ride, and complete it comfortably and safely. Well...the event was over a week ago now...and here's the thing... we not only did it...with strength and without any discomfort whatsoever...Zarca and I won the performance formula for our 25k class!!! So proud...and determined to get even stronger and more balanced as a rider...Ridercise is making a massive difference...and also making more endurance adventures very possible for us now too!

After a nasty fall which resulted in snapping my femur in half, I felt lost where to start with my recovery. I didn't know what would jeopardise my recovery or what would help it, until I learnt about Ridercise. Clare educated and guided me the entire journey from the day out of hospital, up to now - 3 months later. My leg is fully healed and I am probably the strongest I've been. I've learnt how crucial it is to have professional guidance, and rider-tailored exercises.I defiantly wish I had found out about RiderCise sooner, as training the wrong muscles could negatively impact your riding, something I was oblivious to before entering Clare's program. And in relation to my injury, I truly believe I wouldn't be as recovered as I am today without the guidance and expertise of Clare.I highly recommend RiderCise to anybody from complete beginners, to seasoned professionals. I cannot stress how important rider fitness training is to your riding, to your horse and to your body, and I wish somebody had shared their experience with me much earlier on!

I have been part of RiderCise for a few months now and been following Clare's on demand platform of exercises which have helped with my riding. I took part in the 5 day challenge and gained great knowledge and an insight into how important it is to have a strong body on the ground which then relates to gaining strength and a better riding position in the saddle. Its has made me more aware and accountable.

Great lessons from a lovely knowledgeable instructor who works the horse and rider for a truly holistic approach. Love our Sunday saver sessions.

I am a regular runner and have worked as a run coach. I wasn’t sure that I needed advice on personal training. However the ride specific exercises from RiderCise have made a big difference to my balance and stability in the saddle. My canter work is much improved as I am not inadvertently using the reins to help me balance. Clare has dealt quickly with any questions and gives well though out answers that make a difference. I am delighted with the programme.

My 1-1 training with Clare was invaluable. She helped me develop from an unfit, insecure rider to a strong and confident one. Between her and the very user-friendly and helpful app I found the motivation I needed to work out and start becoming the best rider I can be. She laid out my programme really clearly, setting achievable goals along the way and adjusting it whenever needed. I highly recommend Clare and Ridercise!!

I've been doing RiderCise for just over a year now. I'm an endurance rider and knew I needed to improve my fitness in some areas as I felt weak in one leg and core. I wanted to increase my ride distances in 2022 and was worried I might not be capable. Sure my horse was going to be fine but basically I needed to be riding fit, not just fit. So I followed the program from foundation to intermediate and then advanced. Definitely felt stronger but where next? So I sent Clare an email and she arranged a 1-2-1 meeting via Zoom where we discussed my overall fitness, issues and what I wanted to achieve. Clare gave me a set of exercises and follow up meetings. It's really helped motivate me to continue working on getting stronger with a focus on the areas I need it. 2022 didn't quite work out as I hoped with endurance due to circumstances beyond my control but looking forward to next year with another winter to improve further using the RiderCise program :-)

Ridercise has helped me get fitter, stronger and more flexible to ride. I am riding the best I ever have and this from someone in her 50s. This means I am helping all my equine partners so much more.I wish I'd know about Clare and I would have done this sooner. I just didnt know this was possible. I now use my body 200% better when I ride and my enjoyment of riding just increases all the time. I have used RiderCise for 4 years and I know I am more confident on a horse. I am able to help my youngster better and he is doing well because I am doing well.I recommend Clare for her outstanding knowledge, skills and professionalism. She has helped me so much and is always on hand to answer questions.I cant imagine my life without Clare and RiderCise in it. I feel I have an upper edge on other competitorsSally Toye5 time Tevis Cup Finisher11th place Mongol Derby 20175 time England Home International RiderOver 10 000kms endurance