<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Ride Even]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ride Even is a rider-specific fitness program designed to improve balance, strength, and symmetry — so riders can better support their horses. By focu]]></description><link>https://www.rideeven.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2026 00:41:37 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.rideeven.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Workout No. 3]]></title><description><![CDATA[Follow a warmup routine (in the library to get muscles warm)]]></description><link>https://www.rideeven.com/post/workout-no-3</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69bbc3e2db9f176cb9c42a3a</guid><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 09:40:16 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/24cd9b_1117a8ced85540b981552a9ed6387dd8~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_860,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tara</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Workout No. 2]]></title><description><![CDATA[Follow a warmup routine (in the library to get muscles warm)]]></description><link>https://www.rideeven.com/post/workout-2</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69bbbfe436d0376b0b8139c8</guid><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 09:21:57 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/24cd9b_1117a8ced85540b981552a9ed6387dd8~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_860,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tara</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Workout No. 1]]></title><description><![CDATA[Follow a warmup routine (in the library to get muscles warm)]]></description><link>https://www.rideeven.com/post/training-program-1</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69bbbbdbdb9f176cb9c41020</guid><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 09:15:36 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/24cd9b_214f9badaaa14e00b68c0f3ef8094e3e~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_845,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tara</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Video Explanation - Progressive Overload]]></title><link>https://www.rideeven.com/post/video-explanation-progressive-overload</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69b23b7a9f757da15ac4f34d</guid><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2026 04:05:27 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="http://video.wixstatic.com/video/24cd9b_ed7b2ea37a174bf4817ad152990ca434/1080p/mp4/file.mp4" length="0" type="video"/><dc:creator>Tara</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Compound Movement - The Squat]]></title><link>https://www.rideeven.com/post/compound-lift-the-squat</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69b2340919a7028f2bc04aee</guid><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2026 03:33:41 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="http://video.wixstatic.com/video/24cd9b_ea0fda23eac84f8c83a0b72938969c55/1080p/mp4/file.mp4" length="0" type="video"/><dc:creator>Tara</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Unilateral Exercises - The Reverse Lunge]]></title><link>https://www.rideeven.com/post/unilateral-exercises-the-reverse-lunge</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69b1c72c2af249fb5ce304ab</guid><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 19:49:19 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="http://video.wixstatic.com/video/24cd9b_0c0ee5b10ca54bd98842343d9f878922/1080p/mp4/file.mp4" length="0" type="video"/><dc:creator>Tara</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Unilateral Exercises - The Bulgarian Split Squat (BSS)]]></title><link>https://www.rideeven.com/post/unilateral-exercises-the-bulgarian-split-squat-bss</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69b123640a4be4ba0d8524a4</guid><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 08:10:20 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="http://video.wixstatic.com/video/24cd9b_8baa8325287746f2af38a14cfccd5e2b/1080p/mp4/file.mp4" length="0" type="video"/><dc:creator>Tara</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Progressive Overload Techniques]]></title><description><![CDATA[Progressive overload  = gradually increasing the stress placed on the musculoskeletal system to force ADAPTATION and GROWTH. The following methods ensure continuous muscle stimulation and strength gains over time. Here are 5 key progressive overload techniques : 1.      Increase Weight  (Load): The most common technique is adding more weight to exercises over time, such as increasing 2-5% 2.      Increase Repetitions  (Reps): Perform more repetitions with the same weight to build volume and...]]></description><link>https://www.rideeven.com/post/progressive-overload-techniques</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69b118290a4be4ba0d850db1</guid><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 07:29:26 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/24cd9b_c7a69d813f5a4a4aa9ee40e07f4c6855~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_833,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tara</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Compound Movement - The Deadlift]]></title><link>https://www.rideeven.com/post/deadlift-form-training-guide</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69ae167a1b8e90b2a7e70f70</guid><pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2026 00:38:27 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="http://video.wixstatic.com/video/24cd9b_84f54bf4668f47ca8607e0f5bafedd34/1080p/mp4/file.mp4" length="0" type="video"/><dc:creator>Tara</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Compound Movement - The RDL]]></title><link>https://www.rideeven.com/post/rdl-form-guide-and-training-options</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69ad3ce71b8e90b2a7e5695a</guid><pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2026 09:12:45 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="http://video.wixstatic.com/video/24cd9b_11bccb803a9744b2a18c95c2a6de9e37/1080p/mp4/file.mp4" length="0" type="video"/><dc:creator>Tara</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Upper Body - The Push-up]]></title><link>https://www.rideeven.com/post/push-up-form-instructions</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69ad32457eb34e89d6fb5550</guid><pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2026 08:26:19 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="http://video.wixstatic.com/video/24cd9b_7104e2b9caf5446e8033d331580bb9d8/1080p/mp4/file.mp4" length="0" type="video"/><dc:creator>Tara</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How To Use Lifting Straps]]></title><link>https://www.rideeven.com/post/how-to-use-lifting-straps</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69ad08b03fdd64550e6b6ae9</guid><pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2026 05:27:46 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="http://video.wixstatic.com/video/24cd9b_fa5fe3edabdf4bea972e13819d32d0c3/1080p/mp4/file.mp4" length="0" type="video"/><dc:creator>Tara</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Bodyweight and Free-weight Exercises over Machines??]]></title><description><![CDATA[Free weights (dumbbells, barbells, kettlebells) offer superior functional strength, increased stabilizer muscle activation. They promote greater core engagement, improve balance/coordination, improvement of mind muscle connection and body awareness, which is all required for riding and functional fitness. Key Advantages of Free Weights: 1.      Improved Core and Stabilizer Muscle Strength:  Because free weights require you to stabilize the weight yourself, they activate more muscles,...]]></description><link>https://www.rideeven.com/post/why-bodyweight-and-free-weight-exercises-over-machines</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69acf812d66894c6d6f7ba7a</guid><pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2026 04:36:04 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/24cd9b_214f9badaaa14e00b68c0f3ef8094e3e~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_845,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tara</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mind Muscle Connection.... What is it?]]></title><description><![CDATA[The mind-muscle connection (MMC) is the conscious, intentional focus on contracting a specific target muscle during exercise, rather than just moving weight. This neuromuscular technique increases: EMG activity (read bellow) Enhances hypertrophy Improves form Aids injury rehab Improves body awareness Control of the muscle It is best developed through lower weights, slower reps, and visualization . Key Principles and Benefits Enhanced Muscle Activation:  Studies show that focusing on a muscle,...]]></description><link>https://www.rideeven.com/post/mind-muscle-connection-what-is-it</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69acf0203fdd64550e6b3dd3</guid><pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2026 04:04:46 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/24cd9b_a52575430b46430186cf0f5d8ae84bd1~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_810,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tara</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ride Even | Rider Fitness Program for Balance &#38; Symmetry]]></title><description><![CDATA[A rider-specific fitness program focused on balance, symmetry, and functional strength to help riders move better and support their horses.]]></description><link>https://www.rideeven.com/post/rider-fitness-program</link><guid isPermaLink="false">697a66fd2c80129225d18b9f</guid><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2026 20:04:03 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/24cd9b_1ff6c68b419345659c61157925c179e3~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tara</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>