Lunging is one of those rare things to do with horses that has a pretty low ‘barrier to entry’. Getting started is pretty easy and ‘do-able’ for most riders. All that is needed is a few essentials and most riders can get started and off to the races with their horse. This is fantastic news because lunging, in my opinion,…
So what do you expect to happen when you mount up? Very often we can have either unrealistic expectations of our horses. We can also find ourselves having negative expectations; usually not intentional, but they happen! Horses are great at living up to expectations. However, they do have to be realistic. Expecting your horse to perform difficult movements when we…
Have you ever considered how, in order to be a good rider, you must be a good actor? Don’t worry too much if you haven’t, you’re not alone… Many riders fail to see the connection between these two things. As a rider, you will see a marked difference in your abilities in the saddle, especially when under pressure, if you…
What this episode is all about & how it can help you:- Realise that contact is a result of other things Understand what ‘forwardness’ is and why it is so important See the role you play in the forward and the contact See how it should be present in every element of the ride, even halt Becoming a trainer. It…
What this episode is all about & how it can help you:- Understand why groundwork is essential when working with your horse Begin thinking about the importance of your position when on the ground Realise that your horse might not know what you are asking or saying Start becoming more mindful of your aids on the ground Here’s a question…
What this episode is all about & how it can help you:- Learn how to practice remaining balanced on the transition Understand the importance of a good lower leg position Make small adjustments to help with allowing the canter to happen Figure out how to get started the very next time you are in the saddle One of the most…
