Adult Amateur Rider Biomechanics | Stephany Fish Crossman | PART 02
Rider Position and Aids
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They move into a rising trot. The position adjustments allow the horse back to come up more than it was originally. Stephany again makes some minor adjustments to the rider leg to improve her contact with the horse. She also emphasizes how each leg can be different and may need to be altered separately.
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