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Lisa's Blog post # 39
During my talk with Lesley she had suggested that I canter some figure eights with a simple change of lead in preparation for approaches to jumps off of turns in the canter. So, not being one to ever disobey my riding instructor, that’s what we did on Thursday. After
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Planning for Success!
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Lisa's Blog post # 38
Hey! Remember me? I’m back!! It took Cotton a total of three weeks to fully recover from his raucous in the pasture. I only rode 6 days during the entire month of September! Not only was Cotton lame but I helped two of my family members go though a
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Discussion # 6: Which of these working trots is better than the other and why?
Videos
Video # 16: This is Briana and Henry at the American Eventing Championships! (Current freebie!)
Briana, you guys look great! I can tell that you've been working on some of the things we have discussed. I'm curious as to what you did as you were going around the dressage ring, as he was so nicely on the aids as the test
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Riding the Horse that Anticipates
The horse that anticipates his rider’s cues is usually smart, sensitive, eager to please, and also often insecure and anxious. It can be frustrating to ride this type of horse, but handling them carefully is key. Learn how to get the best out of this type of horse here!
Videos
Video # 15: This is Andi and Chester going cross country at an Event!
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Video # 14: This is Andi and Chester doing their dressage test at an Event!
Photos
Photo #19: This is Arielle!
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Changing Rein Through the Circle
Changing the rein through the circle requires an increased level of suppleness and balanced self carriage in the horse. Done correctly, it will increase the suppleness further, and will increase the engagement of the hind legs. Learn how to do it here!