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Tip/Quote of the Day # 1041

A tip for instructors - Turn on the forehand can be a great way to teach your students about the importance of the outside rein.

Tip/Quote of the Day # 1040

Always use both reins together to steer, especially when jumping. Using one rein only turns the horse's nose - but using both reins turn the horse at the shoulders, which means his body will more accurately follow your chosen line.

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Tip/Quote of the Day # 1039

It is common for riders to accidentally teach their horses undesirable behavior by releasing the pressure of an aid at the wrong time. Be mindful of only rewarding behavior that you actually want.

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Tip/Quote of the Day # 1038

"Make the front of your body longer in order to obtain a more effective back and seat." ~ Mary King

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Tip/Quote of the Day # 1037

Practice your two point position. If you want to have a really solid position over jumps, practice it a lot.

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Tip/Quote of the Day # 1036

"When cross country is ridden properly it doesn't look like show jumping." ~ Jules Stiller

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Tip/Quote of the Day # 1035

When tacking up, always take the time to pull your saddle pads well up into the pommel of the saddle. The pressure of a tight saddle pad across the withers area can make a horse sore.

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Tip/Quote of the Day # 1034

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 # 1033

If you do all of your training on the exact same kind of footing, i.e. either all firm ground, or all sand - you might be putting your horse at an increased risk of possible injury. Training on a variety of different surfaces will develop both the strength and

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Tip/Quote of the Day # 1032

You must train your horse to understand that he should stay at whatever speed you put him in until told otherwise. Remember that every time you allow your horse to make a decision about his speed or energy level (or you don't realize that he has done so)

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Tip/Quote of the Day # 1031

Nearly every rider will experience plateaus in their training. Only those that have the patience to keep a good attitude while pushing through them will ever get there.

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Tip/Quote of the Day # 1030

Whether flatwork or jumping, you never want to look at any time like you would flip off the back end of the horse if someone cut your reins.

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