Part 4: Christopher encourages the riders to continue to focus on letting go, using less reins and allowing the horses to go forward. He reminds the riders that the horse is unable to turn in the air, and they must wait until their feet are on the ground so they get the best jump, and are still being efficient in riding the line. The hot mare in the group continues to benefit from well executed turns that bend and relax her into the fences.
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