If instead of the large animal we see in front of us, if we look at horses with new eyes  we can see the deer inside. With eyes that see that this is a flight creature- one designed by nature to be afraid- how differently would we act?

Klaus Balkenhol and his nationality (German: who have been losing to the Dutch. The Dutch are really bringing Rollkur to the fore, touting it and defending it) are playing a part in his stance on Rollkur. So are the Dutch correct that it is that because they are winning that the Germans like Balkenhol are objecting to rollkur?

Knowledge about the activation of the arm and shoulder muscles may provide further insight into riding technique and the rider’s effects on the horse’s performance. The aim of this study was to analyze and compare the timing of EMG activity in the rider’s muscles with the timing of the horse’s limb movements at the trot.

What is the missing key that allows us to rehabilitate the horses, that seems to unlock the door to their bodies held tight, that helps riders even beginners, find secure seats and soft hands, and which empowers the horse from the very beginning with self-carriage and power.

A series on the incredible magic and beauty of the horse. An elemental.

Elemental - a force of nature

HeartFire elementals.

Within these words of wisdom from the General we find so much more than just advice on how to improve the piaffe. Within these words we find advice, knowledge on how to influence our horses to so much more. From how to help introduce the high steps of a Spanish Walk or Suspended Trot, to how to transition from a gait that reaches to one that has the horse raising his front legs proud and high. How can we help our horses, how can our aids, support what we are in fact asking of our horses.

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