Tip/Quote of the Day # 2831
To make your seat stronger when seated in the saddle, think of using your core muscles in a downward fashion.
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Tip/Quote of the Day # 4637
"I am so surprised/shocked that almost every time I ask even an advanced rider to ride without stirrups they moan or make a face. A serious rider should prefer riding without stirrups. I even have riders who have never ever ridden without stirrups. Come on teachers, let'
Tip/Quote of the Day # 4636
Make sure you understand the difference between energy and stored energy - it is the difference between speed and impulsion.
Tip/Quote of the Day # 4635
We want our horses to be confident to step up into our rein connection, yet not try to push through it.
Tip/Quote of the Day # 4634
Think of riding your horse’s outside hind leg actively through the turns to your jumps, to keep that canter well engaged behind. The outside hind leg is the beginning of each canter stride. Engage that hind leg, and you will engage the entire hindquarters.