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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The steeplechase phase of a long format 3 day event is an exhilarating experience - it's the ultimate thrill ride! But it can be nerve wracking if you have never before jumped fences at such a high rate of speed. So it is best to be well prepared with
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Everyone knows we want our horses to be straight, but what does "straightness" mean? It is not simply going in a straight line! While a big part is alignment so hind feet follow the track of the front feet, an important, overlooked element is even loading & an equal share of work from the hind legs.
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Turn on the haunches is an immensely valuable exercise. It teaches your horse to listen to the inside bending aids and outside turning aids at the same time, engages the hindquarters, and develops collection. Learn how to do it here!
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Every rider who gallops & jumps needs to be able to effectively rebalance without fully sitting down. When galloping cross country, if you have the ability to half halt without sitting, your horse will respond with more fluidity & less resistance, & you will also be faster. Learn how to do it here!
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