Horse Gaits, Balance and Movement |
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| Author:
| Harris, Susan E. |
| Foreword by:
| De Ruffieu, François LeMaire |
| ISBN: | 978-1-63026-109-2 |
| Publication Date: | Mar 2005 |
| Publisher: | Turner Publishing Company
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| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | USD $26.95 |
Book Description:
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See how your horse moves and become a better rider! Horses are born to move--a foal can walk, trot and gallop within hours of birth. But not all horses move equally well, and the way a horse moves can have a real impact on how you ride. In this unique book, Susan Harris presents more than 300 eye-opening drawings that show you exactly how horses move. She illustrates movements common to all horses, pinpoints movement problems, reveals how a human in the saddle affects a...
More DescriptionSee how your horse moves and become a better rider!
Horses are born to move--a foal can walk, trot and gallop within hours of birth. But not all horses move equally well, and the way a horse moves can have a real impact on how you ride. In this unique book, Susan Harris presents more than 300 eye-opening drawings that show you exactly how horses move. She illustrates movements common to all horses, pinpoints movement problems, reveals how a human in the saddle affects a horse's movement and helps you become a better, more accomplished rider.
* Get a close-up look at horse gaits and transitions
* Observe the differences between good and poor movement
* Find out how balance and conformation affect movement
* View flexion, bending and lateral movements
* See the impact of shoeing and riding on movement
* Discover practical tips to improve your horse's movement