Tip/Quote of the Day # 2454
It is not wise to add pressure to the situation when the horse is already tense. Use quiet, soothing exercises that the horse is already familiar with, rather than pushing for anything difficult, to help him relax.
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Tip/Quote of the Day # 4587
As you complete a halt, lighten your seat slightly to invite your horse to keep his back up underneath you. This will allow you to move off after the halt without the horse hollowing and dropping his back.
Tip/Quote of the Day # 4586
Tension meeting tension = double the tension. If your horse becomes tense, you must be able to stay relaxed, or you will make it worse.
Tip/Quote of the Day # 4585
"You can see suppleness by observing how the rider can sit on the horse and not on top of the horse." ~ Susanne Miesner
Tip/Quote of the Day # 4584
If you are hoping to improve the scores on your medium and extended gaits, improve your collected gaits.