Based on an understanding of the biomechanical demands of riding, the strategies in this book will teach riders how to connect with their horse in a way that makes sense to both and ultimately leads to better riding. It features real riders and horses throughout and takes riders through the mechanics of riding in a logical, step-by-step method that identifies common challenges so that riders may identify their own problems and learn to get the methods right. Case studies will help readers relate their own problems with those included in the book, and instruction on achieving a firm seat and proper posture will result in an immediate improvement of performance of horse and rider.
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"Those familiar with Wanless will welcome this beautifully illustrated book, which is a tour de force." —Choice
"[Wanless is] back with exciting new ideas and exercises that she has discovered since writing her previous books. She delivers these tantalizing tidbits of riding know-how in the form of a riding 'clinic': join her in the arena as her students of varying levels of experience and ability demonstrate common problems with riding position and aiding." —Northwest Rider
"It's a clinic that fits anyone's budget!" —Horsemen's Yankee Pedlar
"Series photos and Wanless's corresponding commentary expose issues most riders struggle with throughout their riding careers and how those issues affect the horse's movement." —Horses Incorporated
"This book has had an impact on me in a more powerful way than any other recently." —Dressage Today
About the Author
Mary Wanless is a riding instructor who teaches riders of all skill levels in the U.S., Europe, South Africa, and Australia. She is the author of For the Good of the Horse, For the Good of the Rider, The Natural Rider, Ride with Your Mind, and Ride with Your Mind Essentials.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By Chime
Format:Hardcover
I have read a number of Mary Wanless's books and used her ideas with my students. I had great hopes that she would be producing some new and interesting ideas, unfortuately not. Mary, in this book is just rehashing some of her old ideas - no new insights. Her writing style is quite labored and overly wordy - it could do with a good boiling down. If you want to purchase one of her books you would get the best value by buying "Ride with your Mind Essentials" which is excellent and more distilled.
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Next best thing to being there
Oct 15 2008
By Melody Carmichael
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Format:Hardcover
This book is a fabulous how-to for riders who need more from their lesson than an instructor who shouts the same old instruction, only louder, when the rider is unable to do what she is told. Mary unlocks biomechanical errors that riders make and gives clear description for correct body alignment. If you are stuck at a plateau, or lucky enough to begin riding before making common mistakes, I highly recommend the help that is available in this 'clinic'.
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
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A Must for the Serious Dressage Rider!
Jan 3 2012
By SD_jo
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Format:Hardcover
I read this (the 1st time) when I was struggling to put together a 65%+ first level test - and found answers here that have me returning over & over. While other books focus on the aids to give the horse, this author zeros in on the defining element of moving up the training scale: the rider MUST be correct for the horse to be correct. Very useful as you start to school 2nd & 3rd level. Very good descriptions for instructors to refer to!
GREAT book for a weekend riding retreat, or book club study, as discussion of the topics is very helpful! Excellent information that has been discussed with my own trainer over & over!
Incidentally, Heather Blitz, a long time student of the author, rode at that 2011 PanAm Games to a Team Gold!
GREAT book for a weekend riding retreat, or book club study, as discussion of the topics is very helpful! Excellent information that has been discussed with my own trainer over & over!
Incidentally, Heather Blitz, a long time student of the author, rode at that 2011 PanAm Games to a Team Gold!
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
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The BEST book on riding I have read
Nov 16 2010
By S. Shewcraft
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Format:Hardcover
Other reviewers have detailed what about this book makes it so wonderful and helpful. Even the best instructors have inherent limitations. I happen to have a wonderful instructor, but she simply cannot get inside my body in order to identify all of my flaws. She also cannot spend the lesson entirely on didactic instruction, and I cannot afford to pay for several hours of lessons per week. I've searched for a book to complement my riding lessons, and here it is. Now I feel that my lessons are more valuable, and that I can make enough progress that I don't leave every other lesson wondering if I can really do this. Get this book if you ride!
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