Tips for an Easy Warmup | Ronny Riemer
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In his second group at Equitana USA 2021, Ronny asks the group to warm up at the trot. He is looking for a soft connection in the reins, a balanced rider tall in the upper body and a strong connection in the rider’s leg. He is also looking at the horse’s length of step. He wants the horse’s legs and shoulder to be moving freely forward.
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