Five Essential Safety Tips for a Secure Horseback Riding Experience

Horse riding is among the most exciting sports in the world. The tie-up with a horse is no less exciting than riding a million dollars sports car. However, there are end-numbers of risks also associated with it. What should a beginner or a pro racer follow to keep themselves safe? Let's check out.

The nose should be kept behind the belly button

While riding a horse, the nose should always be behind the belly button to balance the horse's and the rider's body gravity to avoid an accident.

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Both the reins should not be pulled at once

If done so, the horse gets the idea that it is trapped and there's no way of escaping, which leads it to jump, increasing the chances of accidents.

The hindquarters should be disengaged at the proper moment

While understanding the horse's mind, the hindquarters need to be disengaged as this will help the horse relax from the anxiety it has and become relieved.

Proper use of one rein

One rein is meant for an emergency and not for everyday use. When something happens and the horse needs to be stopped in an emergency, one rein should be pulled; it helps the horse release the hindquarters and relax its body, and let it follow its rider's instructions.

Getting off is the only option if the horse can't be controlled

A rider should never forcefully ride on a horse if the situation is not in favour of the rider. The tension of the rider never lets the horse calm but makes it worse. Thus, he needs to get off then and there.

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