Working with Your Body Proportions | Isabelle von Neumann-Cosel
Rider Position and Aids
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46m
Isabelle discusses body proportions with this rider whose legs are longer than her upper body. They discuss how this can work for and against her and then work on how to get everything working together properly. There is also a discussion on proper contact and how a lack of positive tension will create boredom in this horse. He wants to feel his rider's support.
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