Horse Gaits, Balance, and Movement: Revised Edition

Horse Gaits, Balance, and Movement: Revised Edition

<p><b>The instant classic on horse movement is now completely revised and updated with color illustrations.</b><p><br /><br /><p>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.</p><br /><br /><ul><br /><br /> <li>Get a close-up look at horse gaits and transitions.</li><br /><br /> <li>Observe the differences between good and poor movement.</li><br /><br /> <li>Find out how balance and conformation affect movement.</li><br /><br /> <li>View flexion, bending and lateral movements. </li><br /><br /> <li>See the impact of shoeing and riding on movement. </li><br /><br /> <li>Discover practical tips to improve your horse's movement</li><br /><br /></ul>