Benefits of Horseback Riding Therapy 
Just like horseback riding for pleasure, there are countless benefits to horseback riding therapy. Here are just of the many ways that horseback riding therapy benefits the rider.

Horseback riding therapy is often recommended for its many physical benefits including the following:

Improves Balance: Horseback riding requires immense amounts of balance. Especially for the beginner rider, this can be quite exhausting. However, over time, horseback riding therapy can help to improve the balance of participants.

Improves Coordination: Participating in therapeutic horseback riding allows the rider to work on their motor planning and reflexes including eye-hand coordination

Strengthens Muscles: Riding is a great way to develop and strengthen muscles throughout the body. Because horseback riding is seen as a fun activity, it can be a great way to introduce exercise to an otherwise hesitant individual.

Improves Blood Circulation: For individuals who are otherwise rather sedentary, horseback riding therapy provides a great opportunity for blood circulation and cardiovascular exercise. 

Increases Range of Motion: Therapeutic horseback riding involves stretching both on and off the horse. This provides an increased range of motion and relaxation to muscles and tendons throughout the body.