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Comment by Hilary on March 31, 2009 at 7:00pm

Great video, thanks for the helpful hints!

Comment by Heather Sansom at Equifitt.com on March 30, 2009 at 11:14pm

Hi Jane, I just loved your quote 'the more correctly you sit, the better your aids are'. I couldn't agree more! Your mention of muscle memory is really good to hear. Since my area isn't riding instruction, but dryland training my limit in a clinic would be to recommend un-mounted exercises for strength and muscle memory of the same issues you drew out in this video- I really enjoyed the mounted exercises you gave. I'll probably suggest them the next time I see similar issues.

Comment by Lallanslover on January 16, 2009 at 10:51am

What a lovely, simple, yet highly effective rider training technique. Thankyou so very much for taking the time to share your knowledge and intuition with us. I will certainly be trying this exercise when I ride again tomorrow!

Comment by Jane Savoie on December 1, 2008 at 6:43am

That's great, Guys! Trying to add another one as we speak!

Comment by kc on December 1, 2008 at 2:39am

Jane,
I can't thank you enough for all of your advice. I agree with Barbara as you have also focused on my fault with my right shoulder as well!
Your explanations are so easy to understand and logical... can't wait for more!

Comment by Barbara F. on November 30, 2008 at 6:34pm

Jane, you must have a video camera hidden in our arena, because you zeroed right in on two of my faults!
You mentioned half pass at the beginning of the video. I'm wondering how the rider should position their shoulders and their hips, as the horse is moving laterally, but also forward.
Thanks!

Comment by Janet B on November 30, 2008 at 6:33pm

Great video and so practical that everyone can do. Thanks
for making it so simple to practise!

Comment by Fiona on November 30, 2008 at 5:41pm

That is awesome..I loved how that horse relaxed in the walk when the rider was positioned better.....

Comment by Jane Savoie on November 30, 2008 at 3:42pm

Thanks, Susan!!

Comment by Susan on November 30, 2008 at 3:39pm

Thank you so much for these fantastic exercises - and for keeping things so positive!