I'm gonna do the last item on my DS bucket list!!!

Elizabeth N.
on 8/10/10 3:52 am - Burlington County, NJ
....GET BACK ON A HORSE!!!

BIL has buddies who have an outfitting operation and suggested I give them a call about their trail rides. Neither BIL nor my brother have appropriate horses for such fun, and they aren't properly insured either, so this is a nice alternative.

Sure enough, either tomorrow or Friday I'm headed to the hills for the day on horseback WAAAAAHOOOOOOOOO......Will probably return sore as hill, sunburned and/or half frozen, but EUPHORIC.

Report and (hopefully) pics to follow!
jewel506
on 8/10/10 3:57 am - Houston, TX
 
Oh!!  That sounds like so much FUN!!!

Have a blast.....take lots of pics - and when your butt recovers, post 'em so we can see!!

Wish I was joining you.  I miss horseback riding.

Julie

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beemerbeeper
on 8/10/10 4:06 am - AL
That is on my list too. I found a trail ride place nearby but haven't gone to do it yet. Can't find anyone to do it with and don't want to go alone.

Have fun and get photos!!!


sonia8338
on 8/10/10 4:14 am
Hi Elizabeth! thats sounds like so much fun.. i need to make a bucket list!!!

I am pre-op, but 3yrs ago, at almost my highest weight, i got on a horse!!! I called the ranch and told them my weight (my bmi is 67) they said they had a horse for me!! i was shocked. Getting on it (even with a ton of help) was a struggle, but i loooooved it!!!!!. I have back pain and riding for some reason, made me feel better.....So good that i bought an igallop..Please post lots-o-pix

Peace and Love
Lisey is my Angel



Princesss
on 8/10/10 6:08 am - NY
does the igallop actually work for muscle toning?
You got a fast car
But is it fast enough so you can fly away
You gotta make a decision
You leave tonight or live and die this way
- Tracy Chapman - Fast Car

        
* Nicole *
on 8/10/10 6:21 am
Not as good as actual "english" riding but not to bad.

DS Aug 15th,2005 @ goal, living life and loving it.

"An Arabian will take care of its owner as no other horse will, for it has not only been raised to physical perfection, but has been instilled with a spirit of loyalty unparalleled by that of any other breed."

sonia8338
on 8/10/10 11:42 pm
Hi Princess, I use the igallop just for "movements" sake as i am very overweight and this helps me to get some movement in. I bought it used at a good price. You can use it for toning if you do some special exercises (I dont have the DVD).  But some study said that it was no better than doing ab-work alone.
Peace and Love
Lisey is my Angel



Princesss
on 8/11/10 12:30 am - NY
I am looking for a fun way to help strengthen my core muscles and the igallop looked interesting but also super gimmicky. I can't decide if its something I could mindlessly do for an hour while watching TV or if that would be too hard and between the cost of the machine and the space it would take up I have put it off but if it works really well and isnt too hard/painful to do and fun I may give it a shot.
You got a fast car
But is it fast enough so you can fly away
You gotta make a decision
You leave tonight or live and die this way
- Tracy Chapman - Fast Car

        
sonia8338
on 8/11/10 11:40 pm
Hi Princess - I looooove my igallop. It takes up very little space, but it it very heavy to move. I have not used it enough this year, but last year, i was on almost everyday for 15-30mins. I did it while mindlessly watching TV. Seriously! First, look at some of the yourtube videos of the igallop so you know what it looks like, If you decide to get one, get it used on Craigsl ist (like I did). do not pay anything near full price for it. Even better, see if someone has one you can try before your buy. Hope this helps
Peace and Love
Lisey is my Angel



Elizabeth N.
on 8/10/10 1:58 pm - Burlington County, NJ
Riding is one of the BEST core muscle exercises on the planet. Jumping, on the other hand, isn't so hot for your back :-). But staying on terra firma on horseback is terrific.
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