Tracey Emslie
Going Forward, Thinking Back
Just think about the hindquarters!" "Focus only on the tail!" The concept sounds so easy. But we're going to say up front (as it were) that it isn't | MORE
Simple Breakthrough Exercises
Now we're ready to continue our work on connecting the tail and rein. It would be helpful for you to re-read the article on this topic in the | MORE
A New Look at Head Position
Ignore the gadgets, fads, and shortcuts to understand correct head carriage and how to achieve it.
| MOREGroundwork Leadership
Even in a literal three-ring circus, groundwork can help you and your horse find focus.
| MOREHard-Earned Impulsion
Translate your ground exercises-especially impulsion-to language that works from the saddle.
| MOREIn the Real World
It has been well said that horsemanship is one of the few things in this world that absolutely cannot be faked. The 6,000 people who bought tickets to | MORE
Avoid Distractions
To get the best results with your horse, peel away outside distractions and work on your focus.
| MORESteer the Equine Tail
In recent issues, we compared the control and steering mechanisms of your horse to a car. We illustrated how your reins are the steering wheel and your legs | MORE
Connecting Tail and Rein
Learn to connect the tail to the rein in this simple and effective mounted exercise.
| MOREClearing Up Your Cues with John Lyons
In the last issue, we talked about the importance of simplifying our cues. Most people seriously over-exaggerate signals to their horses, and make their cues much more complicated | MORE

