Adult Amateur Rider Biomechanics Part 1
Rider Position and Aids
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Stephany helps an adult amateur riding an upper-level Lusitano who she has only been riding for a few months. She starts by watching the rider at a walk and trot so she can evaluate how she sits on the horse. This rider is thin, but also high tone so that is taken into consideration. Stephany adjusts her position and then watches as she walks again.
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