7 Circles, 5 Serpentines, 4 figures of eight; on repeat...? What's Your Riding Routine?

Daily Strides Podcast for Equestrians

What does your average ride or training session with your horse look like? Do you have a riding routine that you follow? If yours is leaning towards, or if it already is, a little too predictable; maybe it's time for a change? While riding the same sequence often can sometimes be beneficial to your riding and training (more on that later), for the most part, it will only help habits to creep in. And usually not the greatest of habits.

Doing anything the same way, on repeat, almost always has the same effect. Your body (and your horse) will look for the easiest, most efficient way of doing it; which probably won't truly serve you!

This is because, usually, the 'easiest' or 'most energy saving' way is not the best way; particularly when we are focused on developing and training. So, why do we fall into the trap of riding 7 circles, 5 Serpentines, 4 figures of eight (or whatever your 'go to' routine? And why do we continue to repeat it over and over again?

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