The unusual sensation of freedom that comes with horseback riding is a large part of the sport's attraction. A burst of adrenaline will race through your veins as you mount a horse and direct it through broad pastures or down twisting trails. You feel an exceptional connection with the natural world as the brisk wind whips past your face, the rhythmic sound of hooves striking the ground reverberates, and the strength beneath you produces an extraordinary...

Lessons in Lightness Full Color Expanded Edition by Mark Russell, published posthumously, further advances the concept of Art Form Riding first presented in the 2004 edition ofLessons in Lightness. Soft shaping and the development of the horse's flexibility, balance, and strength through a heightened sense of relaxation, this approach teaches us that mobility gives forward. Through logical gymnastic progressions, a positive feedback loop of relaxation,...

This small gem is a "how-to" book, stylishly written and with great humor, for foxhunters. Gone Away discusses every aspect of foxhunting—all in a simple and easy-to-read format. A pure joy to read, it is filled with quotable quotes, pure hunting sense, and heartwarming vignettes.

En noviembre de 1918, Carlos Gardel y José Razzano, entonces de gira en la provincia de La Pampa, se escaparon hasta Buenos Aires para presenciar la "carrera del siglo" entre dos purasangres de enorme prestigio, Botafogo y Grey Fox. Ese día, todo el país se detuvo, cautivado por el gran espectáculo que tuvo lugar en el hipódromo de Palermo. Hasta los años cincuenta, la Argentina fue una verdadera "nación burrera", que vibraba al ritmo de las...

La tensión propia de la vida cotidiana es responsable de que los adultos, y muy a menudo también los jóvenes, adopten posturas incorrectas a la hora de sentarse, un mal hábito que repercute de forma especialmente negativa cuando se practica la equitación. Por ello, será bueno para los aficionados a este arte conocer y dominar el nuevo concepto de aprendizaje y entrenamiento que presenta este libro con el que podrán evitar esos problemas posturales....

Written in the language of the West, this is a complete and often humorous presentation of packing horses into the wilderness. Amplified by the beautiful, often witty drawings, Back includes step-by-step instructions on preparing for wilderness trips and also how to cope with the elements. Learn from and enjoy some tried and true Old West tips: • What makes a camp good? • Packing saddles, rope tying and repairs • Equipment and making camp •...

Miguel de Lancastre e Tavora was a master rider, trainer, and instructor. His genuine love and care for the well-being of horses comes through on every page of his magnum opus: Dressage Principles and Techniques. His kind, calm, and methodical approach is laid out in a progressive sequence that adheres strictly to the principles of the FEI. "In this book, I will explain the principles which are the objectives of equitation.... Correct principles...

Montar bien y elegir bien a tu caballo proporciona a futuros y actuales aficionados a los caballos, incluido veterinarios, nociones esenciales sobre equitación. Viene así a llenar la laguna que existe entre el conocimiento teórico y el práctico sobre la actividad principal a la que son destinados la mayoría de los caballos. La instrucción del veterinario Felipe Andrés Alonso en equitación de la mano de grandes maestros actuales y de la lectura...

Get the Summary of Mark Paul's The Greatest Gambling Story Ever Told in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. At the 110th Kentucky Derby, Althea, trained by D. Wayne Lukas, was a favorite but finished 19th, while Swale won. Two years later, Lukas, now a celebrated trainer, and billionaire Eugene Klein, attended the Keeneland sales auction, facing wealthy competitors. They opted to buy fillies, considered more affordable,...

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