Tag: posture

The Click Your Fingers Rule: Putting Your Position on Autopilot in Your Riding

The Click Your Fingers Rule: Putting Your Position on Autopilot in Your Riding

Imagine if there was something you could actively ‘do’ every moment you’re in the saddle that would almost guarantee that you’re in the ‘right place at the right time’.  There is. It involves abiding by the ‘Click Your Fingers Rule’ regarding your position. And look, I get it: talking about your position is not fun or exciting. But it is…

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Start Rolling & Stop Bouncing in the Canter

Start Rolling & Stop Bouncing in the Canter

One of the fun things about canter is the ‘moment of suspension’.  Except when this ‘moment’ applies to the rider, not just the horse!  Yes, there is a moment when the horse will be ‘off’ the ground; suspended in midair.  However, we definitely don’t want you to experience this bouncing in the canter. Becoming airborne whenever your horse strides in…

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