Horse Listening
Horse Listening

Author: Kathy Farrokhzad

Publisher:

Published: 2014-03

Total Pages: 196

ISBN-13: 9780993669606

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Do you wish your horseback riding lessons could come with a user manual? Do you feel that you could serve your horses better as a rider if you only know how and what to do? Would you like to be the rider that all horses dream of? "Horse Listening: The Book" focuses specifically on riding as a means of improving the horse. Based on the popular blog, HorseListening.com, the exercises and ideas are purposely handpicked to help you develop your path to becoming an effective rider, not only for your own benefit, but also for your horse's long-term well being. Special "In the Ring" sections give specific suggestions to try while riding. By following these simple, useful exercises, you will be able to develop a better understanding about: - the rider's aids - the use of the seat - the half-halt - accurate turns and circles - transitions - hind end engagement - rein lameness

Endurance Riding
Endurance Riding

Author: Clare Wilde

Publisher: Half Halt Press

Published: 1996

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781872082837

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Examining every aspect of the sport of endurance riding, from choosing the right horse to the ultimate achievement of racing over 100 miles, this work seeks to inform the complete newcomer as well as the dedicated competitor. Following the sport's motto "to compete is to win", the accent is on preparation and observation, with advice on the key aspects of conditioning, monitoring fitness levels, schooling and feeding. There are training schedules for varying levels of competition, and advice on the latest equipment for horse and rider. A chapter on preparation and fitness includes exercises to improve suppleness and equestrian skills. A chapter on the all-important role of the back-up crew is also included.

101 Western Dressage Exercises for Horse & Rider
101 Western Dressage Exercises for Horse & Rider

Author: Jec Aristotle Ballou

Publisher: Storey Publishing, LLC

Published: 2014-08-09

Total Pages: 241

ISBN-13: 1603429212

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This series of Western Dressage exercises are designed to improve suppleness, balance in movement, and responsiveness. Each exercise has a specific goal in mind, and they are organized by different areas of focus: softness, looseness, rider development, engagement, adjustability, and ground work. With illustrated step-by-step instructions and full arena diagrams, you’ll quickly be on your way to mastering this exciting discipline.

Endurance 101
Endurance 101

Author: Aarene Storms

Publisher: Triangle Ranch Worldwide

Published: 2012-12-05

Total Pages: 178

ISBN-13: 9780988551916

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The first book about endurance riding written specifically for those beginning in the sport, this guide covers selection of horse and tack, training and conditioning and takes you through a complete ride day, including post ride day. There are plentiful anecdotes and a lively pace, along with over 100 images.

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Horseback Riding
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Horseback Riding

Author: Jessica Jahiel

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2000-06-14

Total Pages: 374

ISBN-13: 1101198990

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Expert advice from an experienced equestrienne packs The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Horseback Riding. Learn simple strategies for mastering basic riding skills, essential information on caring for horses, the differences between Western and English riding styles, caring for the saddle, and much more! Rules of polo and polocrosse are also included.

The All-Around Horse and Rider
The All-Around Horse and Rider

Author: Donna Snyder-Smith

Publisher: Turner Publishing Company

Published: 2008-05-05

Total Pages: 269

ISBN-13: 0470354364

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Cinch today's top new riding techniques In the past twenty-five years, a number of major innovations in horse handling have gained acceptance in the global community. Now Howell presents a one-stop resource for amateur adult riders to help them understand the new approaches and implement them to achieve fast results. Written by renowned professional riding instructor Donna Snyder-Smith, The All-Around Horse and Rider is the first equestrian book to offer a precise road map to utilizing the new innovations in training. This unique book explains the basic lessons the all-around rider must master, showing how to set realistic equestrian goals and adopt the methods that best enable the horse to do his job. Snyder-Smith gets to the heart of "correct" riding, helping the rider harmonize with a horse's movements while translating acquired skills to a wide variety of disciplines. * Covers the latest innovations in horse handling, including rider body awareness, equine movement awareness, and round-pen work * Demostrates how the innovations and training methods inter-relate -- and how to combine them effectively * Reveals how to increase the strength and endurance of both horse and rider * Explains the different competitions and who is best suited to compete * Shares inspiring, real-life experiences of all-around horses and their riders * Identifies when to ask for help-and how to find it