Upper-Level Rider Biomechanics | Stephany Fish Crossman | PART 04
Rider Position and Aids
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They finish their ride with some canter work. Stephany explains that a high tone rider needs to find a way to engage the muscles to work for her. At the same time, the rider needs to be able to release some tension so it doesn't work against her. Stephany reminds us that creating muscle memory to do it correctly takes many repetitions to become a habit.
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