Playing With Stretchability Plus Engagement- Apr 2016
Gymnastic Patterns & Exercises - Riding
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9m 27s
Karen talks while she rides Hot Shot to demonstrate how she combines stretchability and collectibility in order to increase the quality of gaits and gymnastic ability of her horse. So many riders struggle with trying to develop collection without getting tightness in the back, and stretchability without living on the forehand. This video shows how to increase the desired qualities while minimizing the ones we don’t want
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