With Jenny Adamson, Equine Physiotherapist & Rehabilitation Specialist
After winter, many riders notice old patterns creeping back in. You’re putting in the work, but straightness seems elusive. The truth is, straightness isn’t something you correct in one moment. It’s something you build progressively, by working with the body instead of against it.
January is one of the most powerful times of year to support your horse’s body. Because what you do now doesn’t just affect the next few weeks. It shapes how your horse will feel, move, and cope when spring riding really begins.
You’ve been doing exercises. You’ve been consistent. And yet your horse still leans, drops a shoulder, or struggles to move evenly. Exercises alone can’t fix crookedness. Crookedness is a whole‑horse pattern, and without a clear, guided pathway, your horse will keep compensating, no matter how many exercises you do.
As we head towards the end of the year, the weather is unpredictable, the days are short and motivation comes and goes. Winter asks you to choose how you support your horse, rather than drifting into doing nothing or feeling guilty for not riding.
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