Daily training inspiration
Try this in-hand exercise to strengthen your horse’s weak side
- Set up the poles with one side on low blocks
- Approach the zig-zag directly in the centre
- Walk over the poles in a straight line in both directions
- Do a few extra reps with the poles raised on your horse’s weaker side
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