This video gives you a simulation you can do to get a feel for how to use your body in square turns, corners, and when riding more precise circles. Karen also uses it to help further refine your lateral positions, and shows how to differentiate between asking for Haunches In and Canter!
This video is a must-see for everyone who is riding! Especially if you have trouble with you or your horse's body getting floppy and imprecise in turns!
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Counter-Steering For Basic Straightne...
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Change Of Direction On Line - Jan 2013
An on line exercise using a change of direction and bend to help create suppleness in your horses. This is like a coordinated dance move with your horse, requiring several ingredients to be in place, and then that you can lead your horse through it in the right position, with the right timing. It...
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Basic Alignment Exercise Explained - ...
This video explains, in a nutshell, one of the most important concepts in the Dressage Naturally program: The Basic Alignment Exercise. Karen uses a clear visual example to explain it. This exercise is key to breaking free of trying to ‘hold your horse straight’ or ‘hold the bend on’ with stronge...
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