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Tip/Quote of the Day # 1470
"A horse is balanced when he:
1) has a good natural rhythm--not too fast, not too slow;
2) is supple both longitudinally and laterally;
3) is connected to the rider from the leg into the hand." ~ Liz Steacie
1) has a good natural rhythm--not too fast, not too slow;
2) is supple both longitudinally and laterally;
3) is connected to the rider from the leg into the hand." ~ Liz Steacie
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