Equestrian Athlete Initiative

Researchers, clinicians, and professionals working together to optimize health, wellness, and performance for the equestrian athlete through research

[Journal of Physical Activity & Health @JPAHjournal]

🏇 Can horseback riding play a role in increasing physical activity among females? @MKeener10, @DrTumlin & Deirdre Dlugonski investigate in this recently accepted paper.

#equestrian #horseriding

[FanDuel Racing @FanDuel_Racing]

Taking @JockeyCam to the next level! @CBredar checks out the virtual experience fans can have @keenelandracing.

[Equestrian Athlete Initiative @EqA_SMRI]

If you fall and hit your head, contact the company to ask about a replacement or possible donation of your helmet for research!
Theadom et al. "Concussion Knowledge, Attitudes and Behaviour in Equestrian Athletes." Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport 23.11 (2020): 1055-061.

[Equestrian Athlete Initiative @EqA_SMRI]

https://t.co/OGdZcDDT1t
We hope to help riders prevent injuries: traumatic & chronic. Low back pain is a common chronic injury of equestrian athletes. Properly engaging your core muscles is important. Follow the link for exercises to target these muscles!
#MovementMonday

[Equestrian Athlete Initiative @EqA_SMRI]

Calling anyone who participate in horse activities, 12 years or older, to complete this survey!
https://t.co/0BECGYaZ9N

[AAEP @AAEPHorseDocs]

NEW AAEP Practice Life #podcast episode available: EQUINE TELEMEDICINE. With social distancing becoming the (at least temporary) norm, the use and importance of telemedicine — and the confusion over its value — has increased. Can it replace traditional hands-on medicine?

[Equestrian Athlete Initiative @EqA_SMRI]

This survey is comparing difference nationwide between health, wellness, injury history, work-life balances, and how COVID-19 influences practices of Equine Care Service Providers! #equinevet #veterinarian #farrier

[Keeneland Racing @keenelandracing]

“I have a deep love and passion for Keeneland and it is a tremendous honor to lead this organization and work alongside this amazing team.” – Shannon Arvin. Read more on Arvin's appointment as #Keeneland President-elect → https://t.co/dajTfnchEo

[Devon Serrano DAT @_devonserrano]

Took 4 years but finally my #returntoride concussion protocol is published! Thank you to @isuathltraining for all your support over the years & @ClinATJournal for giving me my shot!! This is the 1st step to bettering care provided for #equestrianathletes. https://t.co/W0HXhMduHb

[Equestrian Athlete Initiative @EqA_SMRI]

Did you know research shows that females with over 20 years of driving experience have greater hand grip strength? Learn more about this research by
viewing my ePoster for free through the ACSM 2020 Virtual Experience at https://t.co/IHZhZEauWp
#ACSM20

[Equestrian Athlete Initiative @EqA_SMRI]

Calling all equine veterinarian, veterinarian technicians, farriers, and equine specialists! Please help our research team spread this survey across the nation!

To complete the survey go to: https://t.co/vIsRHMIQ4s

[Equestrian Athlete Initiative @EqA_SMRI]

Fruehwirth, B., Peham, C., Scheidl, M., Schobesberger, H., 2004. Evaluation of pressure distribution under an English saddle at walk, trot and canter. Equine Veterinary Journal 36, 754-757. 🐎🐎🐎 #funfact… https://t.co/Si4yUIxRb7

[Equestrian Athlete Initiative @EqA_SMRI]

Check out @nickheebner1
And @DrTumlin talk about the EqA on Behind the Blue! https://t.co/N00uGUs6Vj

[Equestrian Athlete Initiative @EqA_SMRI]

#funfact #funfactfriday #eqa #eqainitiative #eqafunfacts #uksmri #uk #ukchs #equestrianathlete #horsepeople #equestrianfacts #equestrianathleteinitiative #horsesofinstagram #equestrian https://t.co/TjCBtrYc5r

[Equestrian Athlete Initiative @EqA_SMRI]

Dr. Tumlin and Dr. Heebner recorded a podcast for Behind the Blue with Carl Nathe this morning!
#equestrianathleteinitiative #eqa #eqainitiative #uksmri #ukchs #sportsmedicine #sportsmedicineresearchinstitute… https://t.co/RjLedB7Kpq

[Equestrian Athlete Initiative @EqA_SMRI]

In order to encompass all equestrian athletes, the JEI is expanding and rebranding to the Equestrian Athlete Initiative (EqA)!

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Congratulations Carolina Quintana! We are proud to announce Carolina was selected to receive the 2020 Nietzel Visiting Distinguished Faculty Award, a program established to enrich the dissertation experience for… https://t.co/Uoa4ogHhMm

[Equestrian Athlete Initiative @EqA_SMRI]

The SMRI is now performing athlete testing specifically designed for horseback riders! Ask for more information, prices, and how to potentially get a discount by enrolling in any ongoing studies if… https://t.co/rJ3UDSAqId

[Equestrian Athlete Initiative @EqA_SMRI]

This research team recommends doing more rising trot at a shorter stirrup length if your low back is bothering you on or off the horse.
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Keener, M. M., Critchley, M. L., Layer, J. S., Johnson, E. C., Barrett,… https://t.co/zJ6MPU8hUH

[Equestrian Athlete Initiative @EqA_SMRI]

Congratulations to our Research Administrative Coordinator on her first publication in @JSCRonline!

[Michaela Keener @MKeener10]

First published work as first author, thank you @JSCRonline, @BoyiDai and the rest of my awesome team!