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EP007: To Bit Or Not To Bit
Season 1 Episode 7
The topic of bitless dressage is one of THE biggest hot-button subjects.
When I wrote a blog on this it broke my server because so many people were sharing and reading it.
Many people believe you can’t…
Published on 5 years, 1 month ago
EP006: Ask Karen Anything
Season 1 Episode 6
I answer students’ questions! This episode is about biomechanics and motivation!
I’ll be discussing a question about whether short strides are from a blocked back and how to help remedy that, as well …
Published on 5 years, 2 months ago
EP005: How To Choose Your Teacher
Season 1 Episode 5
Finding the right teacher for you and your horse is a really important decision. Riding, competing, training, and teaching are all separate skill sets and not every professional is talented in all of…
Published on 5 years, 2 months ago
EP004: Stop Trying To Get Your Horse On The (Bleeping) Bit
Season 1 Episode 4
Karen explains why the phrase: ‘Get your horse on the bit’ is a less than ideal way to teach riders to create the desired posture we are looking for in dressage. She’ll explain an alternative way of …
Published on 5 years, 2 months ago
EP003: 3 Guidelines For Improving How Your Horse Moves
Season 1 Episode 3
In this episode Karen will give you 3 Guidelines to follow when doing exercises to improve the way your horse moves. You’ll hear the difference between healthy and unhealthy biomechanics, and the two…
Published on 5 years, 3 months ago
EP002: An Assumption Of Obligingness
Season 1 Episode 2
This episode is based on one of Karen’s most popular blogs by the same name. Karen takes a look at one of the root sources of frustration and disappointment that riders often experience. She’ll take …
Published on 5 years, 3 months ago
EP001: What Makes A Good Rider?
Season 1 Episode 1
We’re kicking off our podcast by exploring the most important factor in our riding success: US!
Karen Rohlf answers the question: What Makes A Good Rider?
The answer may be different than what you thi…
Published on 5 years, 3 months ago