07/08/2025
Horses can feel a fly so a rider shifting in the saddle sends out messages to the horse.
We spend so much time trying to fix the horse, spurring them forward, fiddling with the bit, asking for softness, “more forward,” “more round”…
But what if the real fix starts with you?
Small rider imbalances like a heel lifting in the rise, or a pelvis that tips incorrectly in the canter send big signals to the horse. Signals that say:
⚠️ “Slow down.”
⚠️ “Brace.”
⚠️ “Something’s not right.”
It’s no wonder so many horses disconnect, resist, or struggle to “come onto the bit.”
They’re just trying to cope.
When we shift our focus inward on how we move, how we feel, and how we influence the transformation in our horses is undeniable.
💡 Riding becomes clearer.
💡 Communication becomes lighter.
💡 And the horse finally has space to move with freedom.
It’s not just better for their welfare it makes the whole process of riding so much more enjoyable.
