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Tip/Quote of the Day # 1077
Generally, the slower you are approaching a jump, the more leg you may need to apply in the final strides.
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Tip/Quote of the Day # 1076
"One of the goals of dressage is to recreate the natural beauty of the horse’s gaits under the rider, so that the horse moves as beautifully under the weight of the rider as he does at liberty. In order to achieve this, the swinging of the horse’s
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Tip/Quote of the Day # 1075
Always introduce new exercises in a slow and progressive manner, so you are building confidence and not inviting problems.
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Tip/Quote of the Day # 1074
For success in learning to ride, as with most things in life - talk less and listen more.
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Tip/Quote of the Day # 1073
Always finish an exercise with a proper transition to walk, don't just fall into a heap.
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Tip/Quote of the Day # 1072
Think of riding your downward transitions in an uphill manner, so that the horse’s poll comes up as his croup lowers and his hind legs come under his body.
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Tip/Quote of the Day # 1071
"Mental and physical suppleness, together with obedience, give us a submissive horse—or one that is willingly cooperative." ~ Johann Hinnemann
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Tip/Quote of the Day # 1070
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 # 1069
Always finish each ride on a good note. Do something your horse does well so he can feel good about himself.
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Tip/Quote of the Day # 1068
Make sure you are truly in neutral after every correct response from your horse. This means no aids!
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Tip/Quote of the Day # 1067
An anxious horse will tend to not be able to hear your aids, as his nerves will override them. Your first goal needs to be to get your horse to relax.
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Tip/Quote of the Day # 1066
"Think of using your skeleton to turn your horse, not your muscles." ~ Catherine Haddad This idea may not "click" with everyone, but I think it will help many to better use their body without negative tension in the muscle, which only causes resistance in the horse.