I've got some tips for the aspiring novice horse rider. There are few thrills that will match horse riding, so long as safety norms are adhered to. Its a supreme reward to go flat out across a stretch of ground astride a pony, without even mentioning the warmth of the wonderful bond that can arise between rider and horse. A little effort at learning some basic riding guidelines before actually getting into the saddle can chop the learning curves by half.
Before you go a-riding, learn all you are able to on the topic of pony breeds, colors, heights and other physical traits. Get familiar with the way in which the English riding style is very different from the Western one. When you are done with your research, go and hobnob with the horse you are going to be riding. Introduce yourself, break the ice, get going with a good, lasting, mutually trusting relationship.
The best way to handle horse riding is to remain cool. Never blow your top, if you do you'll lose your horse's trust and respect. Horses are extremely attuned to their rider's moods, anger, fear, exhilaration, whatever. Avoid thinking negative around your horse. Even if you feel some fear at your first few rides (something that is quite standard) and you are obsessed about the best way to stay on your pony, banish these thoughts from your intellect when in your horse's presence. He can sense them. Say relaxed, stay cool. If you should happen to feel the beginning of apprehension or fear, take one or two deep breaths and totally refuse to entertain negative feelings. Deep breathing slows the heart beat down and relaxes the individual. When you know that you are in control, so will the pony.
When done with the ride, make sure to dismount from the horse's left side.
It will be to your benefit to read up on some necessary horse riding ideas before you actually go in for your first riding lesson. You can go thru some of the glorious reading material on horse riding available on the web and in book stores. Focus on books that tell you all that you need to know prior to getting on a pony for your first ride. After reading, absorb their lessons, you will find yourself maturing in the understanding of the basics of horse riding. Master stuff like the best way to approach horses, the most effective way to mount and dismount, how to hold the reins and the general do's and don'ts.
Before you go a-riding, learn all you are able to on the topic of pony breeds, colors, heights and other physical traits. Get familiar with the way in which the English riding style is very different from the Western one. When you are done with your research, go and hobnob with the horse you are going to be riding. Introduce yourself, break the ice, get going with a good, lasting, mutually trusting relationship.
The best way to handle horse riding is to remain cool. Never blow your top, if you do you'll lose your horse's trust and respect. Horses are extremely attuned to their rider's moods, anger, fear, exhilaration, whatever. Avoid thinking negative around your horse. Even if you feel some fear at your first few rides (something that is quite standard) and you are obsessed about the best way to stay on your pony, banish these thoughts from your intellect when in your horse's presence. He can sense them. Say relaxed, stay cool. If you should happen to feel the beginning of apprehension or fear, take one or two deep breaths and totally refuse to entertain negative feelings. Deep breathing slows the heart beat down and relaxes the individual. When you know that you are in control, so will the pony.
When done with the ride, make sure to dismount from the horse's left side.
It will be to your benefit to read up on some necessary horse riding ideas before you actually go in for your first riding lesson. You can go thru some of the glorious reading material on horse riding available on the web and in book stores. Focus on books that tell you all that you need to know prior to getting on a pony for your first ride. After reading, absorb their lessons, you will find yourself maturing in the understanding of the basics of horse riding. Master stuff like the best way to approach horses, the most effective way to mount and dismount, how to hold the reins and the general do's and don'ts.
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articles with other horse lovers http://horsehorses.net/
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