I've read Down to Earth Dressage more times than I can count, and every reread leaves me highlighting something new. In this episode, I revisit Carl Hester's classic book to share the ideas that have had the biggest impact on my own riding and coaching—from developing suppleness through relaxation and riding more thoughtful transitions to creating expressive canter work, improving bend, preparing for flying changes, and building better halts.
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