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In "How does rider balance affect horses’ way of going?" biomechanics expert Dr Russell MacKechnie-Guire looks at how a horse’s movement changes in response to rider balance, and what can be done about it.
It's all about "extended flight," and horses don't have it, according to researchers in Japan.
The horse’s body comes under great stress and strain from intensive training. Being able to identify problems early allows for quicker preventative intervention, enabling the horse to maximise their athletic potential sooner rather than later.