How Do Equine Balance Bands Work?
The specially formulated bands maintain a following and supportive contact with the horse's body during movement, providing continuous feedback to the central nervous system so that the horse becomes more aware of his body and limbs.
Use of the bands stimulates:
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Core muscle development
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Engagement of the hind quarters
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Strength building and support of the back and pelvis.
Lighten the Forehand
Engage the Core Muscles
Increase Body Position Awareness
Build Topline
Are Equine Balance Bands Suitable for my Horse?
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Resistance band training can be used in a wide range of activities from work in hand, to lunging and long reining, under saddle, over poles and whilst hacking.
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The Equine Core Conditioning System has been developed for use with many different types of horse and can be incorporated into both general and rehabilitative training regimes.
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Examples of horses that have benefited from the system include sport horses, young horses, competition horses, ex race horses, and horses rehabilitating from kissing spines, stifle weakness or sacroiliac discomfort.
Professional Grade - Equine Specific Resistance Bands
Equine Balance Bands design, trial and manufacture durable bands exclusively for horse training - unlike other resistance band training products currently available on the market that use human grade thera-bands.
Constructed from 10 cm wide latex free TPE, the bands hug the horse's body without rubbing or slipping - providing an optimum level of sensory stimulation with increased resilience to wear, tear and sweat.
Equine Balance Premium Plus Bands are branded with our signature logo.
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Getting Started with Resistance Band Training for Horses
Learn how to get the maximum benefit from your training sessions by using Equine Balance Bands in combination with both specific in-hand and under saddle exercises that develop strength of the core stabilising muscles.
Each saddle pad system comes with a comprehensive user manual which answers frequently asked questions and covers topics such as:
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How To Adjust Equine Resistance Bands
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How To Fit Equine Resistance Bands
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What is the Correct Tension for Equine Balance Bands?
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How do you Begin Training with Equine Balance Bands?
The book covers the theory behind conditioning the horse for ridden activities, using activation exercises to engage the core, and the application of resistance band training for general conditioning and rehabilitation.
Learn More About Core Conditioning and Resistance Band Training
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The saddle pad system is designed to be used along side a structured and progressive exercise or rehabilitation program.
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How to Fit Equine Balance Bands
Watch the video guide to learn how to position and fit the saddle pad and band system.
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POSITION OF THE BANDS
A summary of the key points is available below:
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Secure the saddle pad to saddle or roller by lifting into the gullet and securing with both the Velcro and girth straps.
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Fit the abdominal band first. Click securely into the buckle holder. Check the horse's response.
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Fit the hind quarter band next. Click securely into the buckle holder. Check the horse's response.
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Check the band tension by placing a hand between the horse and the band. A supportive, hugging feel is most effective. The band is too loose if your hand can be moved easily. The band is too tight if your hand feels restricted.
How to Adjust Equine Balance Bands
Equine Balance Bands are designed to provide an optimum level of sensory stimulation when applied to the horse's body.
The unique material of the bands can make adjustments a little fiddly - Follow the guidelines below to ensure that the bands remain evenly tensioned and securely in position.
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Always unclip the bands before making alterations to the length.
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Check that the band lies smooth in the buckle holder with no excessive pressure on any one point.
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After adjusting the bands, secure in place by passing the spare length of band back through the keeper.
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Once the correct fit is achieved, excess band can be cut away using a scissors.
KEY POINTS FOR ADJUSTING EQUINE BALANCE BANDS
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After adjusting the bands to the correct length, slide the keeper close to the buckle. This will ensure an even tension of the band on both sides of the horse.
KEEPER POSITIONED BELOW BUCKLE