Given that horseback riding uses many muscles and joints in ways that you may not be used to using them, it is likely that you will be sore. The most frequent area of complaint is pain or stiffness on the outside of the knee joint. It is a good idea to stretch before and after your ride and to drink plenty of water to help relieve sore muscles. Immediately after your ride, we recommend strolling around a bit to “walk it off” before you hop back in your car.