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Jec A. Ballou

Jec A. Ballou is the author of 55 Corrective Exercises for Horses: Resolving Postural Problems, Improving Movement Patterns, and Preventing Injury.

Gearing Up for Galloping

Galloping is one of the most therapeutic exercises a horse can do, releasing tension and stiffness in the back and…

1 month ago

Benefits of Riding Your Horse at the Walk

Work at the walk, practiced and touted by old classical dressage masters, is always better than letting a horse stand…

2 years ago

Walking Exercises for Bad Weather

Work at the walk, practiced and touted by old classical dressage masters, is always better than letting a horse stand…

3 years ago

Ground Pole Exercises for Horses

Simple ground pole exercises for horses can sometimes be the most effective because riders are likely to practice them more…

4 years ago

Try Western Dressage

If you’re the type of person who enjoys setting a goal and tackling each step to achieve it, chances are…

5 years ago

English Training: Walking Workouts

Working at the walk, practiced and touted by old classical dressage masters, is always better than letting a horse stand…

6 years ago

Secrets of Successful Horse Sharing

In a world where lives are increasingly hectic and budgets are stretched razor-thin, many equestrians are making an unexpected discovery:…

6 years ago

Groundwork Exercises for Horses

Successful groundwork relies on having numerous exercises and routines in your repertoire. Read on to learn more about groundwork exercises…

7 years ago

Expert Exercise: A New Angle

Most riders have experienced the value of schooling their horses over cavalletti: loftier, more rhythmic gaits and improved coordination and…

7 years ago

Expert Exercise: Canter with a Neck Rope

A vast bundle of nerves lies at the base of the horse’s neck. When it’s stimulated in a way that…

7 years ago