This lovely picture of a Spanish Riding School rider doing a Levade shows the ultimate exercise in regards to the horse carrying its weight over its hind legs. See how strong the hind legs must be! Let's discuss exercises that build pushing power & encourage the horse to carry more weight behind.
From Facebook fan Gabby Ballin: "Some rides are going to be perfect. Some rides are going to have you wondering why you don't quit riding. When that happens, take a deep breath and go back to something you know you and your horse can do easily."
"If a horse won't stretch at the beginning of session, work on a contact sooner then stretch when he is ready." ~ Carl Hester
Too much inside rein is a common cause of horses missing their lead changes behind.
When the rider uses too much hand, the horse's hind legs have no place to go, so they cannot stride normally.