Tip/Quote of the Day # 1888
"When xc is ridden properly it doesn't look like show jumping. They need to stop teaching kids to count strides and start teaching them to use their eyes and their leg." ~ Jules Stiller
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Tip/Quote of the Day # 4668
In any lateral movement, keep your eyes pointed to the spot that you want your horse to go to.
Tip/Quote of the Day # 4667
When strength is needed, such as when riding a strong horse, a rider needs to be able to find their strength in the center of their body - their core. Many times they attempt to find their strength in their arms or shoulders instead, and this is counter productive. As instead
Tip/Quote of the Day # 4666
You need a short bouncy energetic canter in water. Not just to the jump in, but to any jump out or otherwise related to the water. Getting long and flat in the stride can be especially disastrous at a water jump.
Tip/Quote of the Day # 4665
Most horses jump their best when riders set them up before hand with a balanced canter at the speed appropriate for the exercise, and then *leave them alone* to let them do their jobs. No micromanaging!