The Horsemanship Helper
On the Horsemanship Helper we talk about all things equine! We learn how to be a better owner and rider for our horses. We cover a wide variety of topics such as horse training and behavior, tack, barn safety, and more! Whether your a avid competitor, or a recreational trail rider anyone can listen! We focus on creating a bond with our horses from the ground up. Hosted by ES Natural Horsemanship trainer Ella South. She specializes in teaching a variety of ages along with working with different breeds, levels, and disciplines.
The Horsemanship Helper
Groundwork
This week, we talked about groundwork! We discussed what it is, why we do it, and how to teach it. Groundwork is so important and an essential step for creating a good partnership with your horse.
Key Takeaways
- Anyone can do groundwork
- Groundwork is the key to creating a well-rounded and good horse
- Groundwork consists of lungeing, yielding hips and shoulders, desensitizing, and basic handling
- Benefits to groundwork for your horse include better manners, building confidence, building muscle, creating a mutual respect, and preparing your horse under saddle by having them respond to vocal cues and body language
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