Tip/Quote of the Day # 1766
The horse is not capable of true collection when his muscles are tense. No matter how hard you try to achieve collection, it will elude you unless you can first achieve loose and relaxed muscles.
The horse is not capable of true collection when his muscles are tense. No matter how hard you try to achieve collection, it will elude you unless you can first achieve loose and relaxed muscles.
"I am so surprised/shocked that almost every time I ask even an advanced rider to ride without stirrups they moan or make a face. A serious rider should prefer riding without stirrups. I even have riders who have never ever ridden without stirrups. Come on teachers, let'
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.
Make sure you understand the difference between energy and stored energy - it is the difference between speed and impulsion.
We want our horses to be confident to step up into our rein connection, yet not try to push through it.