Improve Your Jumping

Canter Quality for Jumping [Click here]() to view this message in browser   [HORSE CARE]( [HORSE BREEDS]( [RIDING/TRAINING]( [TACK/EQUIPMENT](   Canter Quality for Jumping Many times, I have seen riders canter to the first jump of a course and have it be less than stellar. But then they land, change their canter, and lay down the ride of a lifetime. I have named this “first jump-itis.” The cure is to establish a quality canter right away so that you can approach your first jump with impulsion and confidence, rather than using it as a reminder that you didn’t quite have enough pace. [Continue Reading](     Jumping Practice Courses There is often a misconception among jumping riders that in order for a practice course to be interesting or beneficial, it needs to be a lengthy, complicated track. While it’s important to test yourself and your horse in this way, it’s also important to take time to return to basics and use practice tracks for jumping. [Continue Reading](   How to Stop Ducking While Jumping Have you been accused of ducking over jumps? If so, you’re not alone. Ducking is a common bad habit. It occurs when your upper body breaks over too far, almost as if you’re lying on the horse’s neck. [Continue Reading](   Barn Banter – Episode 6In our sixth episode, hosts Susan Friedland and Raquel Lynn talk with saddle fitting expert Jochen Schleese, as well as Horse Illustrated contributor and clinician Jec Ballou. Plus, hear about our ASPCA Right Horse adoptable horse of the month, Lauren, offered by Second Stride in Prospect, Ky. [Listen Now](     The magazine for people who are passionate about horses. The Horse Illustrated Magazine App is available on [Android]( and [iOS](. Download Now. [Facebook]( [Twitter]( [Instagram]( [Pinterest]( [TikTok]( 3622 Lyckan Parkway Suite 3003 Durham NC 27707 If you no longer wish to receive emails from me, you can [opt-out here]( or [update your preferences here]( [Powered By Mirabel's Marketing Manager](