![]() 1. Stelling: check if there is space between the lower jaw and the atlas vertebra. 2. Stelling: Check is the lower jaw has moved a little over to the outside, aligning the molars on the outside 3. Stelling: Check is both ears are on the same horizontal plane, with the outside ear a bit forward compared to the inside ear. 4. Bending: Check for a fluent curve in the spine, from tail to ears. 5. Bending: Check if the distance between the outside hip and shoulder is bigger compared to the distance of the inside hip and shoulder. 6. Bending: Check if the manes drop gently to the inside. 7. Bending: Check if the ribs on the inside swing down when the inside hind leg steps forward. 8. Bending: Check if you can see the inside of the pelvis swing forward-down when the inside hind leg comes forward. 9. Bending: Check if the tail also curves inwards in bending. 10. Bending: Check if the inside hind leg steps under the point of weight (under the girth, between the front legs).
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This is part III of the Art of Riding by Ylvie Fros video series: Stelling and Bending |
Ylvie FrosIs an accomplished rider, clinician and published author who combines her extensive knowledge in classical dressage, biomechanics, ethology, human anatomy and zen principles to guide riders on their journey to self-improvement. The goal: harmony & lightness in the cooperation between human and horse. Archives
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