Lesley's Corner
Lesley's Corner
Lesley is a "graduate" of Jimmy Wofford's training program, and has competed to the Advanced 4 star level in 3 day Eventing on a horse she bought off the track as a 3 year old. She has also trained through the Prix St Georges level in Dressage, and was an Equine Vet Tech at the prestigious Rood and Riddle Equine Hospital in Lexington, KY. A series of educational articles written by Lesley. If you have any requests for topics, please send them to: admin@myvirtualeventingcoach.com
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On Riding Goals!
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What To Do When You Are Stuck in a Rut With Your Riding (Current Freebie!)
It happens to most riders at some point in their riding life... you feel like you've been happily progressing steadily over the years, and then you hit a rut. Nothing seems to be improving, and you feel like you just keep working on the same thing every day
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Develop an Independent Seat
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Jumps With a "Surprise" Factor
As you move up the levels, more cross country fences have some kind of “surprise” involved - often on the landing side, like with a coffin jump, sunken road, or terrain change. Other spooky jumps draw the horse's eye down before takeoff. The KEY is to fully prepare on the approach. Learn how here!
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Using a Leverage Bit
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Handling Cross Country Start Box Issues!
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Is Your Horse Even in the Reins?
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An Exercise to Sharpen Up Jumping Form and Increase Carefulness
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The Ultimate Rider Leg Strengthening Exercise!
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A Quick and Easy Rider Hand Position Self Check
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Square Exercise # 2 - The Diamond Exercise
The Diamond Exercise is a great way to educate on the lateral aids and how to apply them to forward movement. Once established, the horse responds to bending aids properly, allowing the rider to ride up into the outside rein to successfully improve connection, balance, and carriage. Learn how here!