Jimmy Wofford Lecture - Part 2
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8m 41s
Part 2: Jimmy uses a discussion on the perfect jump to lead into studying the subjective nature of the horse industry. After discussing the components of the bascule over a fence, he advocates for setting realistic expectations for both horses and riders, instead of pursuing perfection.
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