Episode 51: Observing the trot

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Episode  51: Observing the Trot

Observing and evaluating your horse's trot is a useful skill to observe soundness and posture. In this episode we explain what to look for when assessing your horse’s trot, both ridden and unridden.

We’ll also explore:

• The role of the core, back, and neck in creating lightness and suspension
• How scapula and pelvic motion influence stride length and balance
• Signs of a poor trot, including having a braced neck
• Key observations when travelling in straight lines vs circles 

Key takeaways: focus on head and neck position, spine stability, and pelvic motion to distinguish between a horse moving with ease versus one compensating under tension.

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