Equestrians train hard, cross-train, and recover, but too often we’re still guessing instead of measuring. As athletic trainer Katie Bowersox explains, objective data like HRV and range of motion can guide smarter training, better recovery, and more consistent performance. Taking ourselves seriously as athletes starts with how we make decisions. #EquestrianAthlete #SportsScience #RiderFitness #PerformanceTraining #EquestrianLife #HunterJumper #ShowJumping #RiderEducation #ThePlaidHorse