Eventing Explained

by Liza Randall

Overview

Eventing Explained is a unique, all round view of how to start eventing for riders of all ages wanting to compete in their first affiliated Horse Trials. Packed with top tips and exercises for riders in all three phases, it is an ideal aid for parents or other halves of would-be event riders whose weekends will never be the same again once they hit the eventing circuit!

Sections on rider fitness and sport psychology will help you prepare for the event and do your best on the day.

An indispensable guide for all those new to the sport of eventing.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781905693474
Publisher:	Trafalgar Square
Publication date:	06/01/2012
Pages:	176
Product dimensions:	7.50(w) x 9.80(h) x 0.80(d)

About the Author

Liza Randall combines her two loves as an equestrian writer and Pilates coach from her case in the Cotswolds. Author of Pilates for Equestrians and former editor of British Eventing Life magazine, she has a passion for eventing, whether watching or competing. Liza is an advocate of classes being available to riders of all abilities, and worked with British Eventing when the BE80 Training series was launched. As an equestrian Pilates coach, Liza trains amateur and professional riders alike, teaching the recruitment of core muscles to develop balance, strength and coordination.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgements
Foreword
Introduction to British Eventing
Welcome!

1. What is Eventing
2. Competing with British Eventing
3. Preparation and Training
4. Horse Fitness
5. Keeping Your Horse in Good Shape
6. Rider Fitness and Mental Preparation
7. Training for Dressage
8. Training for Showjumping
9. Training for Cross Country
10. The Event
11. Who's Who at Affiliated Events
12. A Safer Sport

Index

Editorial Reviews

This book contains absolutely everything you need to know about eventing. Explained in great detail, this book covers everything from training techniques to the Event Official's roles. This book contains stunning photos and offers an insight into what eventing brings to a rider. It caters for all ages, giving advice for all levels of entry into the sport - a must-have for any would-be event rider.

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