They continue with the stretchy trot, showing great use of his lower back. Scott reviews the ride so far, and brings up interesting points about when to use the half halt to avoid increasing the tension. Scott has her increase and decrease her canter by one mile an hour at a time, resulting in a beautiful lengthening of stride achieved by use of the seat.
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USDF Sport Horse Dev. Forum - Equalit...
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USDF Sport Horse Dev. Forum - Equalit...
On the second day of the clinic Scott works to help this horse on the right side to make it equal on both sides He gives a great explanation of how riders get into trouble with a young horse when trying to get them straight on the long wall after a turn offering a very workable solution to this p...
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USDF Sport Horse Dev Forum | Young H...
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