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Originally Posted by jumpergirl976  slideing back when i jump i look like this (picture below) what can i do to improve this when riding and off the horse like at home? |
The reply you have already received is a good start. however, if you feel you need more work, go even farther and ride bare back. the goal..... grip with your knee and you fall off, relax and move with the horse and only grip with the calf when needed, stay on.. haha. better said right. Def. do no stirrups and the arms out over the fence that will help keep your weight in your heels. Dont work so hard!!!! dont try and jump for your horse, let him do the work!!!! we shouldnt have to work that hard. Make sure you are breathing, stop breathing and your whole body will tense. You need to relax. Count out loud the whole time you are coming into and out of a jump and at first you will find yourself not counting in mid air over the fence, very bad!!!! I have many tricks, but these are good for you to try and play with!!!!! I hope it works out for you.