For many of us, squeezing in riding time between work, family, home and other commitments means we may have just an hour or two at a time to devote to our horse routine.
And some days, we have much less.
It’s frustrating, right? We want to continue to improve our horsemanship. But how do we do that with such a limited amount of time to ride?
Luckily, there’s good news. By paying attention to the elements of good riding as we navigate our everyday lives, we can become better riders without spending more hours in the saddle. These can include:
◆ Balance
◆ Breathing
◆ Staying in the moment
◆ Relaxation If you’re ready to leverage your non-riding hours to improve your horsemanship, here are a few ideas to start building daily habits that will translate to your riding.