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.
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.
In the sport of Eventing, ensuring that our horses are truly fit for our level of competition is one of the best ways to prevent unnecessary injuries.
Talking to your horse while on course helps to keep you breathing!
“Suppleness is the result of riding in the correct position for years." ~ Richard Watjen
Leg and rein aids work a whole lot better with the support of the rider’s engaged seat.