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Why Your Horse Isn't Working Long & Low
by: Jenny AdamsonPublished on: 06/04/2026The clocks have gone forward, evenings are lighter, and many of us are finally out riding more often. You’re excited to ride again — but maybe a little anxious too: Is my horse strong enough after winter? Am I doing too much too soon? Am I pushing them the wrong way? There’s a clear, practical way to set your horse up for strength, balance, and comfort — and enjoy every ride along the way.
3 Straightness Progressions
by: Jenny AdamsonPublished on: 02/02/2026After 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.
Is Your Horse Straight?
by: Jenny AdamsonPublished on: 06/10/2025Crookedness is something you can’t just ride through. Every horse has a stronger side, a weaker side, and little ways of compensating — and those imbalances quietly hold back strength, balance, and long-term soundness. Ignoring it is like trying to build a house on a wonky foundation — it just won’t work.
Why 'Head Down' Doesn't Equal Core Engagement
by: Jenny AdamsonPublished on: 11/08/2025It’s easy to assume that if a horse looks soft in the contact, has their nose tucked in, or shows a curved neck, they must be working “correctly.” But what’s often happening underneath is: A dropped back A tight, braced neck Hindlimbs disengaged And a core that’s switched off
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