Calmness: A Key to Collection
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by Alexi Mast
1y ago
As aspiring equestrians, we love to talk about collection. I talk about it quite a bit on this blog. But there seems to be one factor that most people overlook when considering collection; calmness. We talk about impulsion, rhythm, and relaxation, but you can’t achieve any of those without calmness. Relaxation is the key to […] The post Calmness: A Key to Collection appeared first on Equestrian Writer and was written by Alexi Mast ..read more
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Maintaining Gaits and Fixing Lazy Gaits
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by Alexi Mast
3y ago
The last few articles have been on the topic of the dangers of preempting mistakes and why it is detrimental to your horse’s training. However, that discussion raises the question of how do we teach our horses to take responsibility for their own feet if we are not allowed to preempt mistakes. It is important to […] The post Maintaining Gaits and Fixing Lazy Gaits appeared first on Equestrian Writer and was written by Alexi Mast ..read more
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Self-Carriage: The Effects of Preempting Mistakes
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by Alexi Mast
3y ago
Self-carriage is a vital part of achieving true collection. It is the ability of the horse to maintain their frame, rhythm, speed, and balance without the rider having to micromanage everything. In my last article on Correction vs Preemption, we discussed how there is a difference between correcting a mistake and preempting a mistake. Before […] The post Self-Carriage: The Effects of Preempting Mistakes appeared first on Equestrian Writer and was written by Alexi Mast ..read more
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Correction vs. Preemption: What is the difference?
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by Alexi Mast
3y ago
In horse training, there is a distinct difference between correcting a mistake and preempting a mistake. Too often, as equestrians, we find ourselves instinctually preempting mistakes before the horse has fully committed to them. At first, it seems logical that preventing a horse from making mistakes will prevent him from developing bad habits. However, this […] The post Correction vs. Preemption: What is the difference? appeared first on Equestrian Writer and was written by Alexi Mast ..read more
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Desensitizing: Shutting Down vs Calming Down
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by Alexi Mast
3y ago
With all this “natural horsemanship” that has been a growing trend, people just love to desensitize their horses to death. They think that because their horse can stand there quietly while they crack a whip in front of his face it means he’s perfectly calm and “bomb proof.” Hate to burst your bubble, but he […] The post Desensitizing: Shutting Down vs Calming Down appeared first on Equestrian Writer and was written by Alexi Mast ..read more
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6 Horse Care Essentials Every Horse Owner Needs
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by Alexi Mast
4y ago
Every horse has different needs, but there are a few horse care essentials that every horse owners should have on hand. Whether you are a trail rider or avid competitor, your horse deserves to have the best care possible, and these six items will help you make sure he gets the care he deserves. Cold […] The post 6 Horse Care Essentials Every Horse Owner Needs appeared first on Equestrian Writer and was written by Alexi Mast ..read more
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Creating Relaxation Stage 3: Lunging with Side Reins
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by Alexi Mast
4y ago
Lunging with side reins is the next step of the process for creating relaxation. Lunging is a commonly misunderstood exercise. It is often viewed as a way to run the energy out of the horse. However, this is extremely counterproductive. The more you lunge the horse, the fitter the horse gets. Therefore, it will take […] The post Creating Relaxation Stage 3: Lunging with Side Reins appeared first on Equestrian Writer and was written by Alexi Mast ..read more
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Creating Relaxation Stage 2: Long and Low
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by Alexi Mast
4y ago
Scroll down to the bottom of the page for a video demo of teaching long and low on the ground. Stage 2 of the Creating Relaxation series starts teaching long and low on the ground. Here we will be applying the cue established in Phase 1 and expanding on this base. Prerequisites for Long and […] The post Creating Relaxation Stage 2: Long and Low appeared first on Equestrian Writer and was written by Alexi Mast ..read more
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Creating Relaxation Stage 1: Releasing the Jaw
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by Alexi Mast
4y ago
Relaxation is the key to collection. However, there is a key component of relaxation that is so often overlooked. That is the relaxation of the jaw. Relaxation required for true collection starts in the jaw and travels through the poll and spine. This small exercise is just the first step in achieving full-body relaxation. Prerequisites […] The post Creating Relaxation Stage 1: Releasing the Jaw appeared first on Equestrian Writer and was written by Alexi Mast ..read more
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Creating Relaxation Stage 1: Releasing the Jaw
Equestrian Writer
by Alexi Mast
4y ago
Relaxation is the key to collection. However, there is a key component of relaxation that is so often overlooked. That is the relaxation of the jaw. Relaxation required for true collection starts in the jaw and travels through the poll and spine. This small exercise is just the first step in achieving full-body relaxation. Prerequisites […] The post Creating Relaxation Stage 1: Releasing the Jaw appeared first on Equestrian Writer and was written by Alexi Mast ..read more
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