Equestrian Fitness for the Long Ride: Endurance Riding Optimized

Do you want to ride Tevis someday? Or ride your first 50? Or pursue some other big riding or personal fitness goal? In this episode, endurance rider and personal trainer Tamara Baysinger challenges you to balance that big dream with the mundane, daily effort that will actually make it possible. 

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This is not a good time to start a rider fitness program...or is it? Speaking from experience, endurance rider and personal trainer Tamara Baysinger, aka The Sweaty Equestrian, challenges the common assumption that there's no point starting a fitness plan when we know interruptions are coming.

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Tired of getting tired on long rides with your horse? You can actually train your body to use fuel more efficiently, so you have the energy to stay in the saddle longer. In this episode, endurance rider and personal trainer Tamara Baysinger, aka The Sweaty Equestrian, explains how improving our metabolic flexibility in the gym pays dividends in the saddle. Listen to the end for a podcast-only discount code!

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Why can some riders miss a few workouts or eat the occasional junk meal without losing progress, while others feel the effects immediately? Endurance rider and personal trainer Tamara Baysinger explains metabolic flexibility: your body’s ability to access stored bodyfat for fuel, maintain steady energy, and use nutrients effectively. Learn the signs of poor metabolic flexibility—and how you can improve it.

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It's story time! Endurance rider and personal trainer Tamara Baysinger shares the highs, lows, and lessons learned from her horse's second 50-mile endurance ride at the Midnight Rider Endurance Ride. 

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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 ...

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.

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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 ch...

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 ...

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 episod...

We all know that horseback riding carries a serious risk of concussion and head trauma. But has anyone told you about an inexpensive, well-researched supplement that can mitigate the impact of TBI? Listen in as endurance rider, personal trainer, and nutrition coach Tamara Baysinger offers practical guidance for using creatine monohydrate safely and consistently.

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Can you really improve your riding in just 90 minutes a week? In this episode, personal trainer and endurance rider Tamara Baysinger of The Sweaty Equestrian breaks down how intentional, out-of-saddle rider fitness can help equestrians build better balance, strength, mobility, posture, and control without cutting into precious barn time. Learn why riding alone often isn’t enough, which physical abilities matter most in the sa...

Hot weather can affect your performance, focus, safety, and stamina at any equestrian event — not just your horse’s. In this episode of Equestrian Fitness for the Long Ride, endurance rider and personal trainer Tamara Baysinger explains how heat acclimation helps riders better tolerate summer conditions, manage hydration and fatigue, and prepare their bodies for long days in the saddle, whether they’re heading to ...

Which phase of rider fitness are you in right now? In this episode of Equestrian Fitness for the Long Ride, endurance rider and personal trainer Tamara Baysinger introduces the 5 phases of rider fitness — from “I don’t need that” to “this is part of who I am” — and helps you identify where you are without judgment. Whether you’re unsure how to start working out for riding, struggling ...

In this episode, endurance rider and personal trainer Tamara Baysinger talks about why bone density matters so much for riders—especially women. Because equestrians face a higher risk of fractures from falls and other horse-related, protecting bone health is essential. Learn how strength training supported by appropriate nutrition can reverse bone loss and keep you in the saddle for years to come.

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Everybody knows it's hard to stick to a fitness program, and equestrians are no different. But why? In this episode, endurance rider and personal trainer Tamara Baysinger, aka The Sweaty Equestrian, shares the most common reason riders fall off the fitness wagon - and an immediate, actionable strategy you can apply to counteract it.

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Getting back into a rider fitness routine after a break can feel surprisingly hard, whether the disruption came from travel, horse events, injury, or everyday busyness. In this episode, personal trainer and endurance rider Tamara Baysinger explains what happens to your body when your equestrian fitness program gets interrupted and how to return to workouts in a way that is realistic, effective, and free of guilt. You’ll learn...

In this episode, endurance rider and personal trainer Tamara Baysinger, aka The Sweaty Equestrian, shares a real-life look at what it means to redefine success when setbacks threaten our goals. With spring goals shifting for both her own training and Kokopelli’s first endurance season, she walks through three powerful questions that can help riders reframe setbacks, disappointment, and imperfect outcomes. Whether you are deal...

A riding injury affects more than your body. It can shake confidence, bring up fear and frustration, and leave you feeling unlike yourself. In this episode, rider fitness coach Tamara Baysinger, aka The Sweaty Equestrian, explores the mental side of injury recovery, with practical guidance for riders who are currently injured and for those who want to be better prepared before injury ever happens. This episode looks at how to rebui...