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Tip/Quote of the Day # 2465

Notice that the stiffest tree is the most easily cracked, while the bamboo or willow survives by bending in the wind. Think about how this concept applies to both horse and rider...

Tip/Quote of the Day # 2464

Keep your leg aids light. Too much leg becomes something similar to white noise. It is unfair to expect your horse to hear your aid above the noise.

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Tip/Quote of the Day # 2463

If your horse struggles to maintain a consistent rhythm, think of using your breathing to help him stay regular. This is one reason why counting is so useful, as when you count, you will breathe in that rhythm.

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Tip/Quote of the Day # 2462

Both horse and rider should learn to love that deep takeoff spot when jumping. A deep spot in balance is the safest place to be.

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Tip/Quote of the Day # 2461

Jimmy Wofford on galloping a horse: "Picture this: some 4 foot 11 waif of an apprentice jockey is living on 1000 calories a day to keep his weight down to 100 pounds so that he can make the weight in cheap claiming races. He canters happily down the track,

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Tip/Quote of the Day # 2460

Always keep your spine stretched upward when riding. When you slump, your head and shoulders will become heavy, and your horse will likely become heavy in your hands.

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Tip/Quote of the Day # 2459

It can be hard to get a horse truly fit in an arena. You need to use varied terrain and footing to build a strong athlete that will hold up to the rigors of Eventing.

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Tip/Quote of the Day # 2458

As you are about to come down the centerline of a 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 # 2457

Keep your hands forward thinking at all times, don't be "stealing" from the hind legs.

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Tip/Quote of the Day # 2456

"Only use the spur to correct. The spur is not intended to ride a movement. It cannot just support the gait or the movement. Make a clear correction with the spur. If you are constantly giving your horse an aid, he will get numb to it. " ~ Steffen Peters

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Tip/Quote of the Day # 2455

You can't force a horse to relax, you have to help him to relax.

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Tip/Quote of the Day # 2454

It is not wise to add pressure to the situation when the horse is already tense. Use quiet, soothing exercises that the horse is already familiar with, rather than pushing for anything difficult, to help him relax.

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