Tip/Quote of the Day # 1233
Lateral work can be done in rising trot, and can be a good idea for young horses, horses that are still developing basic strength in their toplines, and horses that tend to lose forward energy in their lateral work.
Lateral work can be done in rising trot, and can be a good idea for young horses, horses that are still developing basic strength in their toplines, and horses that tend to lose forward energy in their lateral work.
When you ride powerfully forward to the base of your jumps you allow your horse to jump in such a way that is actually the easiest and most natural for him. Building the horse's power right to the base of the jump means that he stresses his hocks
Competitions are a test of our progress as horsemen. They are not an end in themselves.
Riders who get the best out of the sensitive type of horse are usually especially good at being tactful.
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.