Search Results for: in-hand

Using Draw Reins and Side Reins

By Equisearch  |  August 12, 2002

…hands consistently – so, for instance, your trainer can tell you to “put your hands on ‘two.’” Correct hand placement is critical for straightness; yes, your legs encourage straightness, too,…

Fitness Tips for a Better Ride

By   |  March 20, 2017

…you’ve increased the muscle tone in you quads, you can dip down farther for a greater challenge. Biceps curl | 6. Biceps curl: With weights in-hand (always start with small…

Put an End to Tug-of-War

By Equisearch  |  September 1, 2007

…respond before the bit bumps his mouth. • Keep your hands in a good position. I’m convinced that on one level, the horse doesn’t care whether your hands are high…

Horse & Rider 2003 Articles Index

By Equisearch  |  January 5, 2004

…Reusable ice pack, Live & Learn, April, pg. 40 Ringworm relief, Horseman’s Handbook, May, pg. 41 Rotating dewormers, Horseman’s Handbook, Feb., pg. 27 Saddling problems, Horseman’s Handbook, May, pg. 41…

Calm Your Nervous Horse

By Equisearch  |  June 8, 2011

…hand, then lift the skin upward with both hands with just enough contact that your hands don’t slip over your horse’s skin. Hold for several seconds, supporting the skin as…

Take the Hazard Out of Foal Handling

By Equisearch  |  March 20, 2017

…leading. Hands On The very first stage in gentling your foal is getting him accustomed to being touched and handled. “Handling is an essential part of getting to the haltering…

Book Review: Trick Training for Horses

By   |  June 13, 2012

…the left rein and halt your horse. Stand at your horse’s left side facing forward. Hold the halter with your left hand, while your right hand rests on your horse’s…