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Hey All, I am an advanced beginner rider and I struggle with getting my heels down. Any suggestions?
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Heels Down

posted at 4/6/2009 7:38 AM PDT on Horse Barn
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Hey All,

I am an advanced beginner rider and I struggle with getting my heels down. Any suggestions?
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Re: Heels Down

posted at 4/11/2009 1:58 PM PDT on Horse Barn
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Hey All, I am an advanced beginner rider and I struggle with getting my heels down. Any suggestions?
Posted by Pima


Hey Pima,

One suggestion is that you can help to stretch out your calves and ankles by standing on the edge of a stair while holding on to the railing and allow your ankles to hang off the edge.

Also, riding in the two point position at all three gaits is a great way to practice keeping the weight in your heels.

Hope these ideas help!

Mara
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