Tip/Quote of the Day # 2810
Riders should generally aim to use the calf of the leg for aiding - NOT the heel of their boots. And definitely not the spur! The spur should be saved for when reinforcement is truly necessary.
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Tip/Quote of the Day # 4549
"I do not ask the rider to alter the horse’s step in front of the pole because I want to awaken the horse’s initiative. Whether he takes a slightly long step or adds a step before the pole, I am equally satisfied. If he steps on the
Tip/Quote of the Day # 4548
"Do I still get butterflies? You bet! Adrenaline is an important part of the deal." ~ William Fox Pitt
Interval Training For Conditioning the Event Horse
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.
Tip/Quote of the Day # 4547
"You can see suppleness by observing how the rider can sit on the horse and not on top of the horse." ~ Susanne Miesner