Our Day at the Ranch

Just got back from a wonderful weekend at the Ranch. I am one of the lucky ones since I get along with my mother-in-law. She is great with the kids, has lots of energy and she loves animals, esp. horses. She gave several horses to our girls. They named their horses: Salsa, Chico, Lily, Poco Loco.

We had such a fun time riding the horses, watching the baby horses nuzzle and roll on their backs sunbathing, feeding the goats, and playing with all of the dogs.  The girls love giving the horses showers and even had fun putting all the saddles and tackle away.

From a fitness point of view, riding horses is great for toning the inner thighs, since you are constantly using the adductor motion to hold onto the horse. It is a fun way to strengthen your core too, esp. when you cantor or lope the horses.

What a wonderful day!