Sometimes it seems like a real dilemma to fit everything into one training session. The following is from an email I got recently. Does any of this sound familiar to you?
Q. How do you fit all the “things” you need to into your training sessions? I’m a First level rider with a confirmed First level horse. My problem is that there are so many things that need work.
- Everything needs fine-tuning.
- I want to build more strength, and I also want to do some small jumps.
- I want to work on lengthenings.
- I want to work on counter canter.
- I want to improve lateral work.
- I want to work on bringing the poll up while staying supple.
- I want to work on my 10m trot and canter circles.
- I have a freestyle that is almost complete. I want to practice it and riding to the music.
- I want to give him time out of the arena (hacking or a hunter pace)
…And I want to give him time off.