Horse Gaits, Balance, and Movement: Revised Edition

Was a gift she loved it

I just finished this book, it was a great book for even an advanced rider who has been a little lack on remembering your horse movement and cues to get the best performance from your horse and problem solve techniques where you or your horse have gotten lazy.I love the drawings, the descriptions of muscles and bones and how everything works together to get the best from your horse.

I absolutely hate to use the cliche statement "This is THE book you should read"... but this book IS that book. If you want to advance your knowledge and UNDERSTANDING of movement of, and with, horses... I mean to a clearly superior level - "Horse Gaits, Balance and Movement" by Susan Harris is the book you want. You cannot just read this book. You will find yourself studying it, poring over it, saying "Aha, so that's why....", and "OMG, why didn't I realize that when I was riding yesterday". Whether you are an ultra-serious and scholarly student of things Equine or a more casual reader looking just for a better sense of how to enhance your riding performance (and make it easier for both you and your horse), and improve your care of your horse , you will find Harris' book a clear, tremendously informative, enjoyable read. But be prepared - you will be going back to it so often you'll wish she had made the book so it would fit in your pocket. And DON'T lend it to another rider without taking their saddle as collateral!

This is a book that every beginner rider should own but will only truly understand what is written once they gain experience. Every rider should own this book. It will really improve your understanding of the way horses move with or without you on their back. In turn, the way that you ride will be fluid and in motion with your horse.

If you fancy yourself a horse trainer or even an adequate rider than this is knowledge you should have. I work in the world of horses and I am constantly surprised at what people don't know. This book has great usable information in it that we can all use.

I would recommend this book to anyone looking to fully understand the basic gaits, movement and conformation of the horse. There is information on the natural gaits of the horse and how a rider can enhance or hinder the horse's movement and balance. The format will assist both novices and advanced equestrians. It is written in easy-to-understand language. The information is also very accessible simply by browsing through the illustrations. This book would be a great addition to any horse enthusiast's library.

Rated it this way because it is in excellent condition, it's informative, and would recommend it to any horse enthusiast.

If you are a true horseperson - you must have this book. I've personally met the author many times and I cannot explain how much knowledge she has and SHARES with others. This is one small and might book. GET IT - READ IT, CONTINUOUSLY. You cannot learn everything with just 1 read. Not only is Susan Harris an amazing author she is one of the most generous, caring horsewomen I know. I wish I knew 1/2 of what she knows/teaches/shares!

Will be reading this book soon sometime, before my exam in November-I absolutely love reading manual books like these.Take it anywhere with me-knowing that I am not gadget minded by any means.Thank you :-)

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