Gymnastic Exercises You Can Do in a Stall - Feb 2017
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17m
If for some reason you are restricted to a small space or limited movement, you can still keep your horse's body strong and supple and their mind engaged. Karen shows you 6 exercises you can do in the space no bigger than a stall! Karen always says, "Whenever you think you are limited by something, there is an opportunity to benefit in a way you may not have explored without that limitation". These are exercises Karen uses and has had great success in having horses that return to normal work feeling as good or better than before. This video is appropriate for students of all levels. (On Line 17 min)
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