Kinematics and electromyographic activity of horse riders during various cross-country jumps in equestrian

Guillaume, Justine Fortier; Laroche, Davy; Babault, Nicolas

doi:10.1080/14763141.2019.1597154

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“…However, sEMG levels are not as high as seen in other athletic activities such as cycling [24] or running [25], nor did the trials elicit substantial neuromuscular fatigue [26]. These findings are consistent with the moderate rider's sEMG activity reported by previous authors [17,18,27].…”

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Shock Attenuation and Electromyographic Activity of Advanced and Novice Equestrian Riders’ Trunk

González

Šarabon

2021

Applied Sciences

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Low back pain (LBP) is a prevailing affliction among recreational and professional horse riders. It lowers performance and distracts from the development of the athlete. A lower incidence of LBP has been observed in the professional riding population despite higher training volumes. This paper aims to describe neuromuscular mechanisms through which advanced and novice riders attenuate the shockwave generated between the horse and rider. Six novice riders (age 24 ± 7 years), nine advanced riders (age 31 ± 5 years) and four horses (age 15 ± 3 years) took part in this study. Surface electromyographic activity of the riders’ trunk was recorded along with inertial data from the horses’ leg, saddle and vertebrae of the riders at walk, trot and canter. Analyses of variances revealed a superior shock attenuating ability of the advanced group (F (1,38) > 5.023, p < 0.03) as well as a higher overall muscle tone (F (1,488) > 9.80, p < 0.02). Cross correlation analyses between shock attenuation and electromyographic activity showed that groups differ mostly in timing rather than the intensity of muscle activation. This finding is of great interest for equestrian athletes and coaches, as it points to a greater importance of training muscular anticipation within the trunk stabilizers rather than overall muscle activation.

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Shock Attenuation and Electromyographic Activity of Advanced and Novice Equestrian Riders’ Trunk

González

Šarabon

2021

Applied Sciences

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“…Fortier Guillaume et al analysed EMG patterns of horse riders and their findings were that biceps femoris, gluteus maximus and rectus femoris had a continuous pattern of activation throughout the cross-country course. They suggest that these muscles are stabilisers and coordinators of the horse rider's [35].…”

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Influence of Different Hardness Custom Foot Insoles in the Electromyography Activity Patterns of the Thigh and Hip Muscles during Motorcycling Sport: A Crossover Study

Casado-Hernández

Becerro-de-Bengoa-Vallejo

Iglesias

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Nowadays, the use of insoles in sport practice have been recognized to decrease the foot and lower limb injury patterns. The aim of this study was to analyse the effect of four types of hardness insoles (HI) in the activity patterns of the hip and thigh muscles (HTM) in motoriders during motorcycling sport. The study was a crossover trial. Subjects were elite motoriders. The mean age was 33 ± 5.14 years. Electromyography (EMG) of hip and thigh muscles (HTM) data was registered via surface while subjects were riding on an elite motorcycle simulator. Subjects had to complete different tests with randomly hardest insoles (HI): 1: only polypropylene (58° D Shore); 2: Polypropylene (58° D Shore) with selective aluminium in hallux and metatarsal heads (60 HB Brinell hardness); 3: Ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA) (52° A Shore); and finally, 4: Ordinary EVA (25° A Shore) as the control. EMG patterns of the HTM, riding on an elite motorcycle simulator, showed the lowest peak amplitude with the insoles with polypropylene and selective aluminium. Using the hardest insoles in our study (selective aluminium) the EMG amplitude peaks decreased in all HTM.

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“…Postural demands of riding have been documented through electro-myography (EMG) and are further supported by measurements including hand grip or core strength [34,35], which may affect rein (tension) or postural control [28,36,37]. EMG data differentiate between levels of rider (elite vs. non-elite; [6,38]) with elite riders demonstrating greater ability to contract musculature actively, independently, and contralaterally [38,39]. This site-specific tonicity likely allows for greater postural control during riding but does not necessarily require greater muscular strength than other athletes or general popu-lation controls.…”

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The Physiological Requirements of and Nutritional Recommendations for Equestrian Riders

Best,

Williams,

Pearce

2023

Nutrients

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Equestrian sport is under-researched within the sport science literature, creating a possible knowledge vacuum for athletes and support personnel wishing to train and perform in an evidence-based manner. This review aims to synthesise available evidence from equitation, sport, and veterinary sciences to describe the pertinent rider physiology of equestrian disciplines. Estimates of energy expenditure and the contribution of underpinning energy systems to equestrian performance are used to provide nutrition and hydration recommendations for competition and training in equestrian disciplines. Relative energy deficiency and disordered eating are also considered. The practical challenges of the equestrian environment, including competitive, personal, and professional factors, injury and concussion, and female participation, are discussed to better highlight novelty within equestrian disciplines compared to more commonly studied sports. The evidence and recommendations are supported by example scenarios, and future research directions are outlined.

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Kinematics and electromyographic activity of horse riders during various cross-country jumps in equestrian

Cited by 7 publications

References 21 publications

Shock Attenuation and Electromyographic Activity of Advanced and Novice Equestrian Riders’ Trunk

Shock Attenuation and Electromyographic Activity of Advanced and Novice Equestrian Riders’ Trunk

Influence of Different Hardness Custom Foot Insoles in the Electromyography Activity Patterns of the Thigh and Hip Muscles during Motorcycling Sport: A Crossover Study

The Physiological Requirements of and Nutritional Recommendations for Equestrian Riders

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