Creating a quality ContactAnd what it involvesOne of the first things many people look at when they are watching riders is their contact, how soft it is, how quiet it is and we can...
Where you look when you ride makes a realI'm a looker downer, I stare at the floor when I walk, and I stare at my horses neck when I ride! I've had my mum telling me for as long...
Want more balance in your 2 point seat?A lot of you have asked about this position and wanting more balance when you’re up and out of the saddle so here are the basics that I...
How the Riders Ribcage is the secret weapon of a good riderI'm always learning and when I learn something new that I find works I have to share it with you too, over the past few weeks if you've...
Why is it important to have LONG & STRONG hip flexors??The reason I talk a lot about hip flexors and the other muscles around the hip region as well as the deep core is because they play an...
What happens when we apply our leg aid incorrectlyDo you struggle with balance in canter? Or feel like you’re collapsing through one side at certain times when you’re riding? The answer...
How to apply your leg aidIn response to your question….”So how do we apply a leg aid?” In my last post I explained how applying a leg aid by drawing the heel up...
Should you PUSH your heels down?Hands up if you’ve ever been told to push your heels down? 🙋🏻♀️ and I must say as a young coach I also have this instruction too 🫠...
Collapsing….let’s go…I’ve had a few questions recently about collapsing and how to stop it. Some riders thinking they’re dropping a shoulder whilst others...
Do you lift your heel to apply your leg aid?Do you struggle with balance in canter? Or feel like you’re collapsing through one side at certain times when you’re riding? The answer...