Tip/Quote of the Day # 1470
"A horse is balanced when he:
1) has a good natural rhythm--not too fast, not too slow;
2) is supple both longitudinally and laterally;
3) is connected to the rider from the leg into the hand." ~ Liz Steacie
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Tip/Quote of the Day # 4584
If you are hoping to improve the scores on your medium and extended gaits, improve your collected gaits.
Tip/Quote of the Day # 4583
From Facebook fan Dorothy Smith ~ "In riding, as In a dance, one leads, one follows, but both must love to dance for it to become art."
Tip/Quote of the Day # 4582
Give your older horses even more time to fully warm up before any challenging or strenuous work.
Tip/Quote of the Day # 4581
"Sit on your bum. If you do that you’re part of the movement. If you squeeze with your thighs you can’t sit. Stay soft in your hips, draw yourself into the saddle and keep the calf just against his rib cage." ~ Bettina Hoy