Lessons are where you learn to be a better rider and a better horseman. That is hard work. It’s not all fun and games.
If you’re just beginning, you’re going to walk a lot so get used to it. Once you begin to trot, it will be a long time before you canter.
Riding require balance, coordination, softness and many other things. Your brain has to learn how to multitask. You have to remember to keep an engaged seat and core, use your legs, look where you’re going, use the appropriate amount of pressure on the reins at all times, steer the horse and still be able to monitor your horse and understand and relay all the feedback you are getting from your horse and react in a timely
Riding uses a lot of muscles. Expect to be sore for awhile if you’re just starting out. Getting on a stretching or workout program will help strengthen your core and legs and help you recover much quicker after your rides.
Have goals that you want to work towards!! It’s going to take time to achieve those goals but if you stay committed and keep your lessons and learning a priority, you will find that those goals are more than easily attainable!
And find an instructor that wants to help you succeed! Find someone that you work well with and that alines with your core values. Also find someone that respects you as an individual and will push you to be a better horseman and rider.
Learning to Ride is a never ending experience.
Never settle for mediocre. Push yourself to be the best rider you can be!!
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