This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] HI, we have found with both of our 7 yr old barefoot boys, Bjorn & Olav, that riding over ground poles, and small (cross rails) jumps is the answer for lightening up that heavy action, plus: it's loads of fun in the saddle for the rider! Placing the ground poles fairly close together makes them really have to think about placement. Bjorn has just recieved a 64.09 in Training 1, and a 65.00 in Training 2 Dressage, His first time showing in Training level! he has really learned to pick his feet up and move out. Olav is getting ready for Dressage now. Pardon the 'BRAG' - but this practice work really helped us a lot! Denise
-------------- Original message -------------- From: "lhedelson" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > This message is from: "lhedelson" > > Hi, > My 7 year old drags his back feet at the trot. He is barefoot, and he will > square off his toes after just a short drive down the road. Do others > experience this? I'm thinking he's just lazy and doesn't pick up his feet, > but I'm wondering if this is common. He moves out just fine, and seems to > enjoy his drives. Any ideas? > Laura
