Farouk Saifi . classical riding the jumping position APPROACH This diagram assumes that you are approaching the fence in an upright position. Your weight should be down through your heel to enable you to quickly absorb the flight. If your ankles are stiff, you may be left behind when the horse jumps. TAKE-OFF If you have approached in an upright position, you will have to be quick to compact your body to absorb the charge of the take-off. Approaching in the forward position will make this change in position almost automatic LANDING I cannot stress enough how important it is to close your legs around the horse when landing. If your knees are weak and loose, you are at risk of either loosing control momentarily after landing, or you are even at risk of falling. The bigger the fence, the more snug your knees have to be against the horse. Jumping saddles are equipped with a knee block for this purpose; it provides a secure block to prevent the knee from sliding too far forward. Some riders prefer to turn the toes out, gripping with the calves. Whichever method is more correct, it is important that you ensure a safe landing for yourself.
Posted on: Fri, 26 Dec 2014 09:52:06 +0000
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