Horseback Riding

How to Boost Confidence When Horseback Riding

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Maybe you've had a bad fall, or maybe you just don't have the fearless attitude toward riding that you had when you were 12, when you're sure your bones must have been made of rubber. But confidence plays a big role in whether you become a ... more »

How to Break in an English Saddle

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Breaking in an English saddle helps it fit both the rider and horse better, which provides a better riding experience. Plus, new leather is stiff and may squeak or creak until it gets broken in, making it more difficult to tighten the girth. Read ... more »

How to Bridle a Grumpy Horse

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A handler must be patient, focused and unfettered when attempting to place a bridle on a reluctant horse. A horse may shy away from a bridle for several reasons, and forcing the bridle on the horse can cause it to experience a range of negative ... more »

How to Buy Kentucky Jodhpurs

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Kentucky Jodhpurs are long riding pants with bell-bottoms. They have straps attached that are meant to go under your boots. As fashions evolve, so do riding pants, and you'll find numerous colors and styles available on the market... more »

How to Canter a Horse

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After you have trotted with your horse, the next step is to canter your horse. Learn to rate your horse for extension and collection, and get ready for the three-beat canter. Take your horse on a long line with the reins put to the side. Keep ... more »

How to Canter or Gallop on a Horse

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Horseback riding is a common pastime for people to get physical activity while being one with the animal and nature. From trotting with your horse to running down a trail, there are several ways to ride a horse. One of these ways is to canter or ... more »

How to Canter With Your Horse

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Take time to get to know your horse as you learn to ride. Talk to him, brush him, let him know you how you feel when you're on his back. First you walk. Get comfortable walking and then you trot. Soon you are ready to canter... more »

How to Choose a Riding Style

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There are two basic horseback-riding styles, or disciplines, to choose from. One is English style, and the other is western. If you like to do dressage and jumping events with your horse, you need to learn English style. If you and your horse are ... more »

How to Choose a Saddle

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Saddles are expensive, but if you make an investment in a good one that fits right, you'll be able to use it for many years. You can easily distinguish a poor-quality saddle from a well-made one. Saddlemaking is an ancient art that craftsmen take ... more »

How to Choose an Event Horse

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Choosing the right event horse means the difference between sticking to the basic level of eventing, or rising to the upper levels of the sport. You can make a sound choice if you know what questions to ask and which characteristics to look for... more »

How to Cope With Trotting Pains When Horseback Riding

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Horseback riding is fun but can result in pain and soreness if you use incorrect body position in the saddle. Your horse's gait changes as he speeds up to allow him to pace his legs. The trot is a 2-beat gait with your horse's front legs and ... more »

How to Cross a Stream on Horseback

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If you enjoy trail rides, it is important to know how to cross a stream on horseback safely. Knowing the proper way to read a stream and handle your horse in different situations are both important considerations when crossing a stream. Using ... more »

How to Do a Posting Trot

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After you've spent time around equine animals and gained some experience walking on horseback, you may be ready to start trotting. Your initial experience with trotting probably entails you urging the horse faster until he starts to trot and you ... more »

How to Do Basic Dressage Successfully

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Dressage is a French term for training, and is the fine art of training a horse. Many people refer to dressage as horse ballet. The goal of dressage is to train the horse to react with simple commands and perform elegant movements. When you do ... more »

How to Do Therapeutic Horseback Riding

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Therapeutic horseback riding for those who have developmental or physical disabilities is a terrific way to improve self-esteem, balance and muscle control. Therapeutic horseback riding helps individuals in these situations by giving them ... more »

How to Enjoy the Fair Hill Natural Resource Area in Maryland

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Once agricultural farmland and a place for fox hunts and one of the largest private holdings on the East Coast, Fair Hill Natural Resources Management Area is now part of the Maryland State Parks system. Located on the border of Pennsylvania, and ... more »

How to Find a Horse Jumping School

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Horse riding can provide participants with rewarding experiences. During this activity, you'll learn how to interact with animals, discipline and balance. Find a horse riding school where you and/or your children can attend classes to learn this ... more »

How to Fit a Saddle

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While finding a good saddle fit is a great idea for your comfort and for the horse's health, it is going to be impossible to find a perfect fit... more »

How to Gallop Bareback

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There is no feeling like the feeling you get galloping a horse while riding bareback. It's exhilarating. There are a few items to consider before trying this at home or at the stable, however. Follow these tips to gallop a horse while riding ... more »

How to Get a Horse Under Control

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When working with and around horses, it is essential that you possess the basic skills necessary to bring an animal under control should it become unruly. A horse that gets out of control can injure himself and his rider. To All horses can ... more »

How to Get Better Balance While Riding a Horse

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If you are new to horseback riding, you know that entering into a trot, canter or gallop can make balance a bit tricky. The better your balance, the smoother the ride. Additionally, with good balance you reduce your risk of falling and make the ... more »

How to Get Dad to Allow Riding Bareback on a Horse

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You're a good horseback rider with lots of experience. But you want to add bareback riding to your skill list. However, your father won't allow you. Luckily, there are many ways you can convince your dad to let you ride bareback... more »

How to Get the Most from Horse Riding Lessons

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It can be time consuming and difficult, but the best way to learn to ride a horse is to make sure you're getting the most from your horseback riding lessons. A few simple pieces of advice are the difference between enjoying your time astride and ... more »

How to get Your Horse to Stand Still for Mounting

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Learning how to ride a horse is quite difficult and one of the more patience-breaking aspects is simply learning to mount the horse. Many horses do not like being mounted and will do everything in their power to avoid standing still... more »

How to Give Dressage Lessons

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Teaching dressage can be a way to instill discipline and skill to the new rider. These skills will be important as the rider's ability increases and the rider advances to more and more difficult competitions. The following steps explain how to ... more »

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