Horseback riding boosts physical fitness and sleep, study finds

NCT ID NCT07286864

First seen Jan 11, 2026 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 24 times

Summary

This study looked at how regular outdoor horseback riding impacts leg strength, core stability, balance, sleep quality, and overall well-being in healthy adults. Researchers compared 64 people who rode horses at least once a week for six months to non-riders. The goal was to understand the potential health benefits of this activity, not to treat any disease.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Istinye University

    Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)

  • Istınye Unıversıtesı

    Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)

  • İstinye University

    Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)

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