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Is it a Training Issue, or Are You Noticing Your Horse’s Limitations?
Every rider who has spent time in the saddle has faced this moment of uncertainty: Is my horse struggling because he does not yet have adequate training with muscle memory that has formed, OR is he physically limited in how he can respond? Understanding the difference between training challenges and true physical limitations is one…
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From the Ground Up: How Footing Impacts Your Horse’s Balance
We are back to exploring the many factors that influence a horse’s balance, and while we often think about the horse and rider, we sometimes forget that balance also depends on external forces, including what is underneath the hoof. Just as a gymnast will have a much more difficult time sticking a landing on…
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Why Saddle Fit Matters More Than You Think
Every rider knows the importance of a well-fitted helmet or a pair of supportive boots. Can you imagine showing a course with a small rock in your boot? The same principle applies to our horse’s tack. As the primary interface between horse and rider, the saddle is much more than an expensive piece of…
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The Biomechanics of How Rider Force Affects a Horse’s Balance
When we talk about training a balanced horse, it is often within the context of the horse’s athletic abilities, conformation, or even the rider’s equitation. The truth is that balance and stability is a shared responsibility that extends across all aspects of the horse’s life, from owner to farrier to genetics. In this upcoming…
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The Equiband Pro System improves gait symmetry in horses at the trot
In this study, the Equiband Pro System was shown to significantly improve symmetry of landing forces in horses trotting on the lunge.