Today we are taking a look at a new horse that started with us a couple of weeks ago, Rocky. He was very hollow and very stiff through the neck, but once we were able to unlock his neck and get him stretching, his stride got longer and started to swing. For him, this is excellent! Often horses can move much better than people think they can once they start working over their backs and are allowed to work correctly.
Join me as I post weekly blogs covering many topics relating to Classical Foundation Training. I have intentionally left out the word "dressage" because many people have a negative association with the prevalent "crank and spank" approach or that it is a sport for only those who are afraid to jump.
Dressage as it is meant to be is an understanding of how to best optimize a horse's movement and ability to carry a rider, surely a benefit for any horse, any discipline. It is also important in maintaining your horse's safety, soundness and sanity.
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