The term "saddle sitter" generally refers to horse riders and individuals who spend a lot of time mounted on horses. There are several synonyms that can be used to describe these individuals, including equestrian, horseback rider, jockey, and cowboy/girl. Equestrian is a term that can be used to refer to anyone who participates in horseback riding or horse-related activities, while a jockey is typically used to describe a professional horse racing rider. A cowboy or cowgirl typically refers to individuals who work with horses on ranches, and horseback riders can be used as a more general term to describe anyone who rides horses regularly.