Training Tip
LTR Training Tip #85: Collection
Collection is not just flexing the equine’s neck at the poll. Collection adds more suspension in the gait through the engagement of correct postural core muscle strength in good balance.
LTR Training Tip #81: Body Clipping for Show
Body clipping in a natural order with respect for your equine’s patience will help the process go much more easily.
LTR Training Tip #76: Canter Under Saddle in the Open Arena
Starting your equine at canter in an open arena requires a systematic and simple approach to sustain good balance and posture.
LTR Training Tip #73: Follow the Leader
Following a seasoned animal through the hourglass pattern for their first time in the open arena will give your equine more confidence and decrease the incidence of resistance.
LTR Training Tip #72: Riding in the Round Pen without an Assistant
After a brief session with an assistant at his head, your equine will have more confidence and will be more willing to go forward without the assistant.
LTR Training Tip# 71: Dealing with Bucking
Horses and mules will require a different kind of correction when bucking in order to get the best results from each of them. Meredith explains the difference and what to do.
LTR Training Tip #69: Begin Riding with An Assistant
Once your equine is quiet and comfortable with mounting, you’re ready to ride with an assistant at his head for safety. Just be a passenger at this stage. Stay relaxed while maintaining light pressure through your reins and legs, and let your assistant do the leading. This approach will prevent unwanted accidents.
LTR Training Tip #63: Ground Driving Lateral Obstacles
This is your equine’s turn to take a leadership role in your partnership as you execute lateral obstacles on the drive lines. Navigating obstacles in this manner will instill mutual confidence and trust.
LTR Training Tip #61: Laterally Ground Driving the Hourglass
Lateral ground driving should be done slowly and taken in a natural sequence. Learn how to progress from lateral driving along the rail to laterally ground driving in the Hourglass Pattern.
LTR Training Tip #60: Ground Driving the Hourglass Pattern
Ground driving the hourglass keeps you and your equine organized and in good posture. Watch Meredith show you how to get into sync with your equines using this pattern.
LTR Training Tip #51: Adjusting Tack & Equipment
Once you’ve chosen the appropriate tack for your equine, make sure it is adjusted properly so your equine is comfortable and responsive.
LTR Training Tip #32: Good Posture and Performance
For your equines to perform their best, they need to have even weight distribution and efficiently utilize balanced movement in their bodies. Learn how to encourage good posture for good performance.