My training blog posts focus on patterns you can do in different types of enclosures. I specifically refer to round and rectangular arenas, but you can do them anywhere. I use them at endurance rides to bring Fantazia’s mind into focus and warm up.
Most can be used for warm-up or conditioning. They are all useful for training and strengthening, and can help with rhythm, bend, and overall suppleness.
On Sunday August 9th it had been seven weeks since I brought Fantazia home. We’re now into our eighth week of conditioning, so I figure… Read More »The Road to the Tevis Cup, Post #6: Week 8 Training Update
My first major training gaffe–otherwise known as the manure fork incident–with Fantazia happened about three weeks after I brought her home. Those first three weeks,… Read More »The Road to the Tevis Cup, Post #5: The manure fork incident
In this post, I will list some basic rules regarding sharing an arena with others. In this post on Trail Etiquette, I list some ideas… Read More »Arena etiquette: Do’s and don’ts of sharing an arena with others
Previously, I explained a simple trotting exercise that is just the right mix of fun and challenging (Training idea # 1). Here, I will describe… Read More »Training idea # 2: An advanced warm-up exercise for your horse