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Developing a Light, Balanced Downward Transition Every Time

Developing a Light, Balanced Downward Transition Every Time

What goes up, must come down.  For every upward transition you ride with your horse, you will follow it, at some point, with a downward transition.  For many riders, these can prove a little more complex to balance. Having to prepare and then guide both yourself and your horse ‘downwards’, while continuing to maintain forwardness, tension, and energy… It can…

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Taking a No Nonsense Approach to Napping

Taking a No Nonsense Approach to Napping

What this episode is all about & how it can help you:- Understand why napping can become a learned ‘go to’ behaviour for your horse See how seemingly ‘little things’ can quickly escalate to ‘bigger things’ Use your horses short concentration span to your benefit here Become clear on how to make your horse ‘want’ to do what you ask…

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Overcoming Resistance in Your Horse While Riding

Overcoming Resistance in Your Horse While Riding

What this episode is all about & how it can help you:- Understand what resistance is in your horse Start with taking steps back to simple Realise the importance of rewarding every little positive element Know how far to take each ride Most riders have been there, some more regularly than others… You are mounted up, in the arena with…

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