Improving Throughness with Energy - April 2013
The Sweet Spot of Biomechanics
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24m
Karen explains how they are trying to improve a horse's throughness and the swinging of his back by improving his energy. The plan is to highlight his commitment to effort through simple patterns and transition. These are simple exercises for a common issue!
This video is excellent for anyone who feels like their horse is low energy and becomes tight when asked to do more.
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