Day 3 Session 3 - Flat Warm-up - Part 2
Anne Kursinski
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6m 50s
The warm-up continues with canter work in two-point and sitting to help secure rider position and effectiveness. They practice canter transitions, counter canter and a forward gallop to get the feeling of sitting up straight with a deep seat. Anne stresses that muscle memory is important to establish good habits.
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