Why do you post while trotting on a horse?
This prevents the rider from being jostled around during the trot and from putting pressure on the horse’s back. Although it may feel unnatural at first, the rising trot becomes much easier with practice and becomes even easier than sitting the trot. Start with Step 1 below to learn how to post correctly. Understand why posting is done.
What happens when you rise out of your seat while trotting?
Rising out of your seat while this leg is in motion will encourage the horse to stretch the leg further under his body, and therefore producing a more effective stride. At first, it can be difficult to tell which diagonal your horse is on.
When do you rise from your seat on a horse?
These diagonals will greatly influence your rising trot. When performed correctly, the rider will rise from his/her seat when the inside hind leg and outside front leg are moving forward and sit when the outside hind leg and inside front leg are moving forward.
What should I do if my horse is off balance?
You give a quick half halt before you ask for the canter. As soon as you apply the aids for the canter your horse swiftly turns to the inside of the area. Slightly off balance you fix yourself in the saddle and bring your horse back out to the track.
How does a horse do a posting trot?
The hips should rise out of the saddle and forward over the pommel and land back in the saddle in the same place. In this position, the rider is able to keep the lower leg quietly against the horse’s barrel throughout the posting trot so that he or she can use the lower leg when needed.
What’s the best way to stay in the saddle?
At a brisk trot, drop your stirrups and post to the rhythm—that is, bring your pelvis up and forward every other stride. Start with short periods of time and build, as this exercise can be exhausting (don’t make yourself saddle sore). Your legs will naturally lengthen and wrap around your horse’s barrel.
What happens if you sit down while trotting a horse?
Sitting down too heavily is a major problem for riders new to the rising trot. It puts pressure on the horses back, causing him to shorten his stride and possible throwing him off balance. As long as you are posting by moving forwards and backwards instead of straight up and down, you should be able to avoid a very heavy landing.
Rising out of your seat while this leg is in motion will encourage the horse to stretch the leg further under his body, and therefore producing a more effective stride. At first, it can be difficult to tell which diagonal your horse is on.
