Yielding Left and Right | Monique Potts
Groundwork
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8m 50s
Monique shows how she can create suppleness on the ground. She wants the horse to give, bend or drop his head immediately when she touches the lead rope. Ideally, she wants the horse's ears stay up and that he doesn't twist his head or neck. She also wants it to be very light and soft.
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