Tip/Quote of the Day!
Tip/Quote of the Day # 1898
A horse will respond best to an aid when the rider has the ability to give it smoothy and within the rhythm of the horse's stride.
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Tip/Quote of the Day!
Tip/Quote of the Day # 1897
You drive your horse heavily into your hands every time you lean back even slightly behind the vertical.
Dr. Haefner's Advice
Sport Psych in a Minute, with Dr. Haefner - Video # 4: Fuel Your Rider's Motivation
Tip/Quote of the Day!
Tip/Quote of the Day # 1896
The old masters learned early on that riding accurate arena patterns is the key for improving a horse's balance and straightness. Always keep this in mind in your training.
Dr. Haefner's Advice
Dr. Haefner's Corner "Ask the Doc", Question # 7
Tip/Quote of the Day!
Tip/Quote of the Day # 1895
"The rein connection should be like a solid handshake. Don’t have a wimpy handshake. You know what a bad feeling you get when someone gives you a creepy handshake, so don’t give that icky feeling to your horse." ~ William Fox Pitt
Tip/Quote of the Day!
Tip/Quote of the Day # 1894
A strong back is necessary for the horse to be able to achieve and maintain self carriage and collection for any length of time under a rider. Make sure you don't ask for too much too soon. And be diligent and proactive about strength training and conditioning.
Questions
Question # 341: Amy has a question about a new horse she is riding, who is not a big fan of flatwork!
Tip/Quote of the Day!
Tip/Quote of the Day # 1893
"Don't delude yourself into thinking that you have light, soft hands, if you ride with loose, almost dangling reins on a strung out horse. That can be done with insensitive hands as well. A soft hand requires the rider to feel whether the horse is softly on
Tip/Quote of the Day!
Tip/Quote of the Day # 1892
If you have a refusal at a cross country jump that offers an easier option, it can be a good idea to take the easier option on your next attempt. You are likely already out of contention with the 20 penalties, so don't try to be a hero,
Tip/Quote of the Day!
Tip/Quote of the Day # 1891
Think of your leg, seat, and rein aids as ways to communicate with your horse. You don't physically push or pull him anywhere, you give him subtle signals. And if he doesn't initially respond to your subtle signals, you need to teach him to - EVERY
Tip/Quote of the Day!
Tip/Quote of the Day # 1890
Remind yourself to breathe before and after every difficult exercise. Of course you need to breath while riding each exercise as well! But thinking about checking your breathing before and after is a good first step.