Here’s a confession; for years I used to think of cantering while on the lunge as just something I did to ‘finish the session’. It was like something that I could check off a list. There was no intention behind it (only to get it done), And with any cantering happening while on the lunge, there was definitely no thought…
What this episode is all about & how it can help you:- Understand why correct flexion is everything Get clear on the role of your seat Use your legs to ‘ask’ the question Actually allowing the horse to actually canter Do you find that canter leads end up getting you and your horse in a bit of a muddle sometimes? …
I don’t know about you but for me, the canter is the most comfortable and enjoyable gait when riding your horse. I just love the feeling of rolling along, wind in my hair… The three-beat rhythm is so different from the other three paces. But I also realize that so many riders never really get to appreciate how enjoyable the…