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While as a Jockey I might know what makes a perfect jockey, when I have to idly sit back and become a spectator, I am not really sure that I am good at that. So after getting my recent injury and being relegated to the seat of a spectator for more than a month, now…

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Quite often, when you’re just a rookie rider and you get introduced to a new horse, the meeting might not end as well as you’ve planned. But what do you do if the horse you’re meant to ride simply does not show signs of sympathy to you? Firstly, try to…

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It surely is a well-known fact for anyone who’s been riding horses for at least a couple of times, but typically the horse is trained to get ok with being mounted on the left side specifically. So if something during the mounting process goes wrong, first thing make sure that…

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While it is imperative that you control the riding process and not the horse, sometimes our equestrian friends may not be in the mood to obey the human race. But all the details aside – the horse not stopping at your command may turn out to be a very real danger…

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Whatever type of a horse you’re riding, some of the most basic dressage principles just stay this way. This is especially true when you’re mounting a young horse. So what essential rules should you follow and see implemented through when you are in…