May 6, 2020
Episode 77: How does planning help set your horse up for
success? How do the layers of training build into a more refined
cue system? These topics and more come up as I answer the two
following questions.
Question 1: I loved the pattern you shared on Episode 70, Riding
Circles within Circles. I felt a huge difference in my horses and
myself within 10 minutes...Are there any other patterns you can
share with us and what you would use them to accomplish? Second,
with a high school level horse, do you still ride these patterns?
And if so, how much of your ride time is spent on patterns or
versus concentrating training vs. trail riding?
Question 2: I'd like to know more about the hug cue. My horse has
improved but is smart and is anticipating. He is slowing down too
much... I'm wondering if I could use it as also to go forward a bit
faster.