Each equine sport affects the equine athlete in a different way. For the Barrel horse some of those elements include hyperextension of the distal limbs, quick turns, sharp pivots on the hind end, speed, increased joint flexion, rotation of the thoracolumbar joint and impulsion. Each of these elements affects the muscles and joints in a different way than other sports. A Professional Body worker will be able to target these muscle groups and help to provide soft tissue relief to your horse.
Muscle groups that are important to address in the Barrel Horse include:
Gluteal muscles, Quadriceps and Hamstrings
Shoulder flexors
Leg flexors
Psoas group of muscles
Loin muscles
Wither muscles
Paraspinal muscles
Pectoral sling