Flat Warm-up Fundamentals - Part 3
Ronny Riemer
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9m 5s
They finish the warm-up by implementing downward transitions from canter to trot to further help the horse’s hind end come under himself and the shoulder’s come up. This also helps prepare for the over fences work when horses need to listen to the rider for collecting and extending between fences.
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