Riders instinctively pull back on the reins when their horse becomes strong or heavy. Instead of fixing the problem, pulling back invites the horse into a game of "tug of war." Here's an exercise you can do on the ground, that will show you how to control your strong horse far more effectively!
Competitions are a test of our progress as horsemen. They are not an end in themselves.
Riders who get the best out of the sensitive type of horse are usually especially good at being tactful.
In the sport of Eventing, ensuring that our horses are truly fit for our level of competition is one of the best ways to prevent unnecessary injuries.
Control the tone of the voice in your head when you are riding, as if it becomes irritated or harsh, your horse will feel it and become tense. If it becomes timid or uncertain, your horse will feel that and may either become timid and uncertain himself, or he may