HP Equestrian Coaching

08/08/2024

Rein back is a great training tool when asked for correctly, but you all know this cos I bang on about it lol 😝

Walking backwards - rein back - step back

This has always been an exercise I recommend and a recent article has used 3D motion capture to explore back and pelvis motion during the movement - Jobst, Zsoldos and Licka, 2024

'A significantly larger maximum and a greater ROM was reached between the withers, thoracic region and sacrum (labelled D-angWmT16S2) in Backwards Walking compared to Forwards walking, indicating a lifting of the back, an effect necessary to facilitate strengthening of the horse’s core and therefore often desired in equine physiotherapy and in equestrian sports (Clayton, 2016; Shakeshaft & Tabor, 2020)'

A few steps backwards - Unmount SD Cardnted - as part of groundwork and before mounting are a really good idea to mobilise your horse's back.

Link to article:
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1090023324001412?via%3Dihub

02/03/2024

What a fantastic achievement & another horse friendly step forward for our sport 🤩💪🐴😍

Lithuanian Justina Vanagaite is understood to be the first rider to compete at top level international dressage without spurs since the FEI rule change came into force this year giving riders the choice. At the Doha CDI5* last weekend Justina and Nabab were seventh in the grand prix on 69.78%, and then the pair put in a superb freestyle performance to score 75.75% and land a place on the podium. Congratulations Justina!

28/02/2024

Keeping your training varied really helps horses to keep enthusiastic about working and (if done correctly) increases chances of staying sound long term as it means you’re not causing too much repetitive strain on the same muscles all the time.

You don’t necessarily need to loose jump if you don’t feel confident or have the facilities to do it, but consider your horses monthly activities and make sure there is sufficient variety for them.

If it’s a new activity to your horse always start really small and easy to gain their confidence and to ensure you slowly build their strength and endurance for that particular activity.

02/02/2024

Cheers to the next chapter, everyone say hello to Orla

21/01/2024

I think I’ve messaged everyone but just incase I’ve missed you, all lessons are cancelled tomorrow as I’ve had to say goodbye to my best boy today and will be in no fit state to work tomorrow, business as usual form Tuesday

20/11/2023

A great day of BHS CPD at The Talland School of Equitation, really loved the theme of managing risks in a practical and positive way so that we don’t accidentally avoid them altogether and inadvertently restrict progress! Setting reasonable levels of challenge in order to become fantastic alround riders is something I’ve always believed in!
A refreshing take on what after all is a risky sport! I’m looking forward to sharing it with all of my wonderful clients 😊💪⭐️

20/06/2023

30/03/2023

Do you agree with this? I live by it, so important to think about both yourself and the horse when trying to make improvements and progress 🐎

11/02/2023

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19/12/2022

The Snowflake ❄️ is ready to go for a busy polework clinic today, looking forward to seeing you all 🎄 🧑‍🎄

11/12/2022

Perfect illustration of what I regularly repeat to lots of you (and to myself 😜)…don’t jump before your horse!!!🤣