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In the world of equestrianism, a central dichotomy lies: The rider needs control, with her confidence hinging on her ability to command not only her own body’s balance but also that of her formidable horse. Conversely, the horse craves freedom, requiring both mental and physical liberty to express itself through movement. In “When Two Spines Align”, Beth Baumert, esteemed author and editor at leading equestrian publication “Dressage Today”, unravels this paradox of control and freedom.
She meticulously examines the intrinsic elements of riding and dressage, offering practical strategies for riders to master the balance, energies, and forces at play. Readers will learn how to leverage “positive tension” and their body’s “power lines” to achieve equilibrium and effectiveness in the saddle. Subsequently, they will explore ways to comprehend and manage the horse’s balance and “coordination challenges”.
In the end, the rider acquires skills to control and coordinate the horse’s rhythm, energy, flexion, alignment, bend, and line of travel by perfectly aligning her spine with that of the horse. When the center of gravity of a balanced rider aligns with that of a balanced horse, this point of convergence becomes the epicenter for harmony between rider and horse.