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Tip/Quote of the Day # 4154
"When a horse startles or shies, he becomes tense and stiff. Making him supple again starts with first calming his mind." ~ Charles de Kunffy
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Tip/Quote of the Day # 4153
A strong back is necessary for the horse to be able to achieve and maintain self carriage and collection for any length of time under a rider. Asking for too much too soon can cause your horse to resent his work.
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Tip/Quote of the Day # 4152
"So what do we see when we watch these masters at work? We learn what it means to become a good rider. It means to be picky, detail-oriented, motivated for your whole life, paying attention to every stride, having a system but with the flexibility to adjust it.
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A Tool to Sharpen Your Horse's Jumping Form and Focus (For Horses & Riders of All Levels!)
This simple and very often overlooked tool gives you the ability to easily sharpen up your horse's jumping form. It also teaches your horse to focus more accurately on the fences. It's one of my all time absolute favorites!
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Tip/Quote of the Day # 4151
Make sure the horse can travel in a balanced way on a circle in trot and canter BEFORE the added challenge of a rider (with good lunge work.) Then when the rider gets on, they can improve things from there.
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An Exercise to Sharpen Your Horse's Response to the Outside Aids
This simple exercise is suitable for all levels. It is particularly useful for young or green horses that need to be more educated about the rider's outside turning aids, but it is also a great reminder for horses at any level who do not respond to the outside aids as well as their rider would like!
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Tip/Quote of the Day # 4150
"There is no miracle, there is no magic wand. It is just education, trying to be as clear to the horses as you can. When I give an aid, is the horse going to understand?" ~ Emile Faurie
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Tip/Quote of the Day # 4149
Too much repetitive motion has a tendency to inhibit muscle symmetry. Always aim to mix things up in your training (whether horse or human), so that you can develop balanced musculature.
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Tip/Quote of the Day # 4148
"Energy from the hind engine must be coupled with mental and physical suppleness." ~ Christine Traurig
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Video # 59: This is Rachel doing her Beginner Novice Dressage test!
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Tip/Quote of the Day # 4147
A truly adjustable horse can transition easily, smoothly, and quickly back to a good canter on the landing from any jump, when needed.