Reviews

"This is a fabulous resource that addresses a great deal of important work that is needed to keep your horse in top condition and certainly to help in recovery and rehabilitation of an equine coming off an injury. The highly qualified author has done a good job of providing an approachable and accessible work that every horse owner can get behind. ...Well organized into sections from work on the ground, on the longe and in the saddle, both on the flat and over small jumps. The book lays flat so it is handy as a reference tool as you work through the exercises. ...This is a wonderful book that all riders should know inside and out. Your horse will thank-you for it. Highly recommend." —CatskillHorse.org

“Going beyond carrot stretches and belly lifts, Pilates for Horses presents a comprehensive program of unmounted mobility exercises, stretches, lunge-line exercises, and more to address musculoskeletal imbalances, areas of tightness or weakness, and proprioceptive issues. Mounted work includes stretching, lateral work, and cavalletti exercises. …Engaging and relatable.” —US Dressage Federation Connections

“What I like most about Laura's book is the deep explanations she offers about every exercise. That includes the steps to perform each one, but also simple modifications if your horse has quirks or previous injuries you need to be cautious about. She also takes the time to explain why this stretch or maneuver matters, and how it can help in the long run. Her approach is both professional and friendly - as an adult amateur eager to learn, I didn't feel like she was trying to tell me I've been doing somewhere wrong this whole time up until I bought and read her book. Pilates for Horses is a good investment for any horse owner, no matter your skill level or education.” —Heels Down Spark

“Pilates for Horses is an ideal instructional guide for all riders and trainers looking to build and maintain a solid foundation of strength and comfort for their horses.” —Northwest Horse Source

About the Author

Laura Reiman first found Pilates in 2007 while finishing her bachelor’s degree in Mass Media Communications at the College of Charleston in South Carolina. She completed her Comprehensive Teacher Training Course with BASI Pilates (Body Arts and Science International) in New York, then spent six months in Brisbane, Australia, teaching and continuing to learn from BASI faculty members. Laura is a member of the Pilates Method Alliance and a PMA® Certified Pilates Teacher. She is an avid eventer and documents her journey with her young off-the-track Thoroughbred whose sore back inspired her to develop a program of Pilates-type exercises specifically with the horse in mind (pilates4horses.com).