Riding is a fantastic way to remain fit. While horseback riding can help you enhance the size of your gluteus muscles, it can also help you reduce overall body fat and tone up, resulting in a smaller and more shapely rear! ... Because of this, riding should be included in any workout plan that you create. However, not everyone who rides horses experiences an increase in their buttock or hip circumference. If you do, you are not alone. In fact, many women report having larger buttocks as a result of learning to ride. The best way to keep your hips from getting wider is with proper form when sitting upright on your horse. You should sit back rather than tucking your tail under you, as this creates tension in the hamstrings instead of the glutes. Additionally, don't pull your stomach in or lean forward - keep your spine straight but relaxed. These small changes will ensure that you don't widen your hips while on a ride. Horseback riding is also great for people who want to lose weight. By balancing on two feet instead of four, you use more muscles and burn more calories as you ride. This can help you feel full of energy after a long day at work or school. Of course, you also need to change your diet to allow for these additional activities; eating less processed food and more fruits and vegetables is recommended.