Synopses & Reviews
Geared at achieving a healthier experience for both rider and horse, this guide to riding position focuses on the back and its importance in riding techniques. Addressing a complex interaction that is often forgotten, the book explains how a riders backin constant motion when seated on a horsebecomes one of the main channels of communication between horse and rider. Through anatomical lessons and exercises, it also teaches riders how to build stability by positioning their backs in the center of the horse and improve mobility and control of the back in motion. A detailed training plan shows how to achieve a more effective and attractive riding position and how to deepen the connection between horse and rider.
Review
"The book explains the function of the rider's spine and how to both prevent injuries and restore a sore back to health. It also presents a series of exercises that can improve equitation overall in many subtle ways." —Horse Journal (June 2012)
Synopsis
In this new book, Susanne von Dietze, author of the bestselling book and DVD Balance in Movement, explains how to dynamically stabilize your back so you can ride with "feel" and in tune with riding's demands on your body, and your horse's, at all times. "Back-friendly" riding -- the key to achieving harmony with your horse -- is:
- Correct
- Effortless
- Sensitive
- Effective
This new book includes exercises to improve:
- Flexibility
- Dexterity
- Mobility
- Stability
With meticulously thorough explanations of body awareness, perception, and applicable aspects of physical fitness, von Dietze's program helps you train without overstraining so you can ride better, longer, while at the same time improving transitions, half-halts, sitting trot, straightness, and collection.
Synopsis
"Establishing a mobile, stable core in the saddle"--Cover.
About the Author
Susanne von Dietzeis a physiotherapist, a riding instructor, and an active dressage competitor. She frequently tours the United States and Europe, presenting lectures and clinics, and is the author of "Balance in Movement." Isabelle von Neumann-Cosel is a riding instructor and the author of numerous articles and teaching materials about horses and training.