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Tip/Quote of the Day # 3254
"When you come to a jump, the horse is the one who has to decide to leave the ground." ~ Andrew Hoy
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Tip/Quote of the Day # 3253
Don't necessarily shy away from horses that have a naughty streak and lots of character. These are very often the best horses.
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Tip/Quote of the Day # 3252
"At home you have to be very aware of your problems. But you can't be too picky at the show." ~ Kyra Kyrklund
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Tip/Quote of the Day # 3251
Keep breathing as you give an aid. If you hold your breath when you give an aid, you may cause your horse to stiffen.
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Tip/Quote of the Day # 3250
When you come down the center line in your Dressage test, briefly think about something that you know will make you smile. You and your horse will both relax, which will make for a happier performance. The judge will see the difference!
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Tip/Quote of the Day # 3249
How do you prepare for transitions? Try thinking "active hind legs” into the connection of the outside rein, one to several times as needed, in rhythm with the horse's stride.
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Tip/Quote of the Day # 3248
Be brave! Get out of the ring, and ride out in the open as often as you can. Your horse will be happier, and a stronger, more well rounded athlete.
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Tip/Quote of the Day # 3247
"Learn from each and every horse you ride. Every horse has something to teach you, and sometimes you don't realise what that lesson is until years later!" ~ Carl Hester
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Tip/Quote of the Day # 3246
Every well ridden corner is a full body suppling and hind leg engaging exercise, and should be recognized as such.
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Tip/Quote of the Day # 3245
When a rider hangs on to the inside rein (with anything more than a light connection), it very often creates stiffness, resistance, head tilting, and the loss of control of the horse's outside shoulder.
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Tip/Quote of the Day # 3244
Note to anyone who is in a hurry with their horse’s training: Using quick fixes and skipping basics will only slow you down in the long run. It will take you FAR longer to get to the same good end result, then someone who is truly committed to taking
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Tip/Quote of the Day # 3243
It is a common mistake for novice riders to give the rein when the horse does the wrong thing, such as snatching at the rein or pulling on the rider. If you give when the horse does this, you are rewarding that behavior, and it will surely continue!