logo
Previous Thread
Next Thread
Print Thread
Joined: Apr 2006
Posts: 614
Gecko
OP Offline
Gecko
Joined: Apr 2006
Posts: 614
When I first began riding (English), my instructor would always yell at us to drop our stirrups. She probably would have started us bareback if she could.

Now that I'm starting to ride again, I'm wondering if it would be helpful to drop my stirrups in order to find the balance I need.

Anyone else train this way? <img src="/images/graemlins/fish.gif" alt="" />


Darling Poor
Editor of Horses Site
Sponsored Post Advertisement
Joined: Apr 2005
Posts: 46
P
Newbie
Offline
Newbie
P
Joined: Apr 2005
Posts: 46
I have been involved as a side walker for our local Riding for the Disabled Association (here in the UK) and we often get the kids to take their feet out of the stirrups and cross the stirrups over the front of the saddle. I think, as you say, it helps them to regulate their balance and also relax your legs. Great on some of our ponies as they are like armchairs!!

Joined: Apr 2006
Posts: 614
Gecko
OP Offline
Gecko
Joined: Apr 2006
Posts: 614
lol @ armchairs comment! I know what you mean.

I think it's the best way to find that balance, sitting deep in the seat. Really, you're not sitting on a horse like you would in a chair, but more straight. As if standing with a horse beneath you. If that makes any sense. <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />

I want to get involved with one of those groups. There's one around 60 miles from my house; one of these days I'm definitely going to volunteer there.


Darling Poor
Editor of Horses Site

Link Copied to Clipboard
Brand New Posts
Make It Sew Easier
by Cheryl - Sewing Editor - 03/27/24 04:34 PM
2024 - on this day in the past ...
by Mona - Astronomy - 03/27/24 01:31 PM
Planner Template Kit - Weekly Layout Template
by Digital Art and Animation - 03/26/24 07:39 PM
Planner Template Kit - Yearly Layout Template
by Digital Art and Animation - 03/26/24 07:37 PM
How to Use Digital Planner Template Kit
by Digital Art and Animation - 03/26/24 07:36 PM
Review - 20 Illustrator Color tips Helen Bradley
by Digital Art and Animation - 03/26/24 07:32 PM
March Equinox to June Solstice
by Mona - Astronomy - 03/26/24 12:27 PM
Hobotrader unleashes never seen opportunity with i
by Jamal molla - 03/26/24 11:55 AM
Psalm for the day
by Angie - 03/25/24 09:05 AM
Genealogy, Sort of
by Angie - 03/24/24 05:39 PM
Sponsor
Safety
We take forum safety very seriously here at BellaOnline. Please be sure to read through our Forum Guidelines. Let us know if you have any questions or comments!
Privacy
This forum uses cookies to ensure smooth navigation from page to page of a thread. If you choose to register and provide your email, that email is solely used to get your password to you and updates on any topics you choose to watch. Nothing else. Ask with any questions!


| About BellaOnline | Privacy Policy | Advertising | Become an Editor |
Website copyright © 2022 Minerva WebWorks LLC. All rights reserved.


Powered by UBB.threads™ PHP Forum Software 7.7.5