Posture and Performance

Éditions VIGOT, 156 pages, by Gillian Higgins and Stephanie Martin. This book provides all the information riders need to make informed choices to maximise both their own potential and their horse's, gain greater pleasure and satisfaction from their schooling, and develop their skills. - Part one covers the basics of anatomy and the horse's physical conditioning from a conformational perspective. It also addresses the importance of posture and explores asymmetry and compensation mechanisms. - Part two offers a range of suggestions to improve way of going, paces, posture, suppleness, core stability and musculoskeletal health. - Examining anatomy and skeletal maturity in depth, this book provides numerous exercises for physical conditioning, suppling, postural strengthening, polework and gymnastic jumping, all beneficial to the horse whatever the chosen discipline. This book approaches horse training and management from a fresh angle—that of anatomy and biomechanics—with equine welfare at its core. KEY FEATURES - An original approach shedding new light on horse management. - Stunning illustrations painted directly onto horses, highlighting and celebrating the beauty of the equine form.