Seat
Balance at the Walk By Nancy Wesolek-Sterrett
"Achieving the
complementary strength and stretch from hips to toes that allows
you to follow the swing of your horse's hips requires many hours
in the saddle. Start by developing a feel for a 'neutral' hip
position at the halt."
Riding
a Sitting Trot By Nancy Wesolek-Sterrett
Learn to properly sit your horse's trot, following the motion
with your hips instead of bouncing, with these exercises.
Seeking
Knowledge by Don Blazer
Ever heard "A snaffle is a bit with a jointed mouth"
or "pull back to stop a horse"? They're wrong-- seek
knowledge to find the truth in horsemanship.
Ride
Safer & Smarter by Bonnie Martin"I
personally know several people, myself included, who hit their
heads in a fall from a horse. Of the ones wearing helmets, there
was little serious damage other than to the helmet. Those without
helmets were a different and sadder story."
14
Steps to Be Prepared to Evacuate Your Horse
by Eleanor Blazer
It's not good to take the "it will never happen to me"
attitude when preparing for an emergency. A few simple steps will
make an evacuation run smooth.
Can
Eventers Learn from the Flat Racing Industry?
by Kim Keppick
Both sports are currently
struggling with safety issues, and there are more similarities
than you might think.
Is
your horse experiencing bit problems?
by Kathy Johnson
Hosman:
Rider Checklist
Before you ever get on
your horse, back when you're approaching the barn, ask yourself
one easy question: "Am I training today or am I joyriding?"
Horse
Trailer Safety Tips
by Michelle Staples
How
To Tie the Cinch Knot by
Rachel Hegge * With Video Demonstration!
Horse
Riding Tips by Josh Lyons & Keith Hosman
Better
Balance, Beginning Bareback
by C Tadlock
A
Rider's Success Starts with the Hip Joint - by Mary D.
Midkiff, author of "Fitness, Performance, & the Female
Equestrian"
Mental
Recovery from a Riding Accident
Riding accidents can cause more than just physical injury-- Teresa
Hughes gives some advice on how to overcome
your fears and enjoy riding again.
The Horse Bits Information Page
Links to our pages on types of bits, western and english bits,
how to choose a bit, etc.
How
Horses Build Character by
Caterina Tadlock
Why owning a horse is good for a child's life skills.
Calories
Burned During Horse Activities
by Annamaria Tadlock
When you are riding, you are working out more than just the horse!
Horse
Riding Safety
by Teresa Hughes
Horse riding can
be a safe and extremely rewarding hobby when the rider takes steps
to minimize risks. As with any of the most enjoyable activities
in life, it is impossible to eliminate all risks. But, by educating
yourself...
Road
Riding & Traffic Safety by Mary Hamilton
Even in rural areas there is no question traffic levels are increasing.
Worse yet, people are driving faster and often distracted by cell
phones and a hectic lifestyle. Most motorists are not educated
about horses.
How
To Sack A Horse Out by Annamaria Tadlock
All horses should be sacked out to make them less spooky and safer
to be around.
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