I created a calendar and instructions of all types of stretches that have many benefits, but focused on the top line.These are all from the ground!
I cobbled the information, and I should not be credited for thinking of them and have provided links to videos, images and credits. My top line challenge to you is to join me, starting Jan 1. Take a picture of your horse from the side, and follow the calendar.
At the end of the 30 days, take another picture. Post both pictures of your horse’s top line and share your experiences on the Northeast Saddle Fitters Facebook Page I will post a specific post about the 30days and images of Magic. Watch for the post on 1/31
I look forward to seeing your results. Share with friends and barn mates. You do not need to have a Google account, or be a client. Let’s see how many horses we can improve and help ready for the YEAR OF THE HORSE
30 day challenge. This link will take you to the top line challenge. I know there are pole exercises, those of us without poles will be creative and walk in deep snow, back up hills a few steps, or do other exercises.
What I like about it this challenge is that it is so much more. Rather than dumpinng in feed, doing stall chores and giving you horse a treat and a pat goodbye, you are developing connections with him. I find Magic is more animated, attentive while doing these activities and in the spring, he is already in a good mindset where I don’t feel like I’m working with a 2 year old colt.
One last note, this is 30 days, if you don’t do all thirty days, it is ok, you also don’t have to do the exercises or all 30 days in a row. Just going to the barn when you can and doing something with your horse is good enough.
If you find an exercise that I don’t have listed, please share, I am always updating and improving the things we can do with our friends.
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