Mimi now works in the trot, starting with a more balanced trot and incorporating leg yields while avoiding his tendency to rush. She talks about what was expected of him when he was ridden in the hunter and saddle-seat disciplines.
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Arabian-Saddlebred Cross, Part 3
During a walk break Mimi describes the issues they have in the canter where he falls on the inside shoulder and leans. She rides both leads and uses short times in canter, counter flexion and many transitions to improve the gait.
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Arabian-Saddlebred Cross, Part 4
Mimi is now able to add some impulsion to the trot without him rushing and losing his balance. They also are able to stretch to the degree he doesnt lose balance in the free walk.
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Correct Alignment, Part 1
Isabelle works with this Training Level rider on the placement of his hands and keeping his fingers closed. She also helps him to keep his mare bending through her entire body and not just the neck
