Backing your horse can be an extremely beneficial exercise when done correctly. Backing up or walking down hill engages the muscles used for collection. It is also a great way to get your horses hips and pelvis loosened up and ready for wok. Be Sure you have your reins even in length and pressure. When you ask your horse to back up; sit back, sink your weight wrap your legs and evenly stretch back o your reins. When they take one step back release immediately and then you may ask again. If your horses haunches veer to the right you may have too much left hand or leg pressure and if they veer left vise versa. So straighten in the halt and try again. If you are having trouble using a wall on one side may help your horse initially. Everyone who is stuck without an indoor ring...this exercise can be done in hand as well! Stand directly in front of your horse to ensure that they back on a straight line. DONT over do it! If your horse isnt used to backing up start with a little and work your way up like any new exercise.
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