Essential Exercises

by Sally O'Connor

Highly respected author Sally O'Connor shares her lifetime of experience in this collection of exercises designed for the progressive training of the horse, from earliest lessons through piaffe and passage. Some of the exercises are quite specific and will only be used to solve temporary problems or issues. Others are used in the progression of training and lead to even more sophisticated exercises as the horse develops strength and balance. Each exercise is illustrated with clear diagrams or beautiful color photographs, which along with the direct text make seemingly complicated exercises become quite understandable. In-hand exercises, lungeing, and under saddle are all included. This book will be a treasure for all those seeking to improve their horses and for those who are already Sally's fans.

Genres: Horses

130 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2006

Reviews

[Susan Miller · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoyed reading this book, so many great exercises to do to keep your horse supple and engaged. I like that Ms. O'Connor also mentions to keep training sessions at higher more demanding exercises in small doses, giving the horse breaks doing something else like trail riding.

Well thought out progressive steps to improve with good simple explanations.