Efnisyfirlit

• Cover
• Introduction
  • About This Book
  • Foolish Assumptions
  • Icons Used in This Book
  • Beyond the Book
  • Where to Go from Here
• Part 1: Horseback Riding Basics
  • Chapter 1: Giddy Up! Welcome to Horseback Riding
    • Discovering the Horse’s Mind and Body
    • Taking Riding Lessons
    • Getting into Riding Shape
    • Keeping Yourself Safe around Horses
    • Selecting the Right Riding Style and Gear
    • Riding High from the Start
    • Adjusting to Advanced Riding
    • Enjoying Fun and Games on Horseback
  • Chapter 2: Head to Hoof: The Mind and Mechanics of a Horse
    • Understanding How Horses Think
    • Examining the Equine Body
    • Sifting through Breed Differences
  • Chapter 3: School’s in Session: Taking Riding Lessons
    • Finding the Best Stable for Your Needs
    • Choosing an Instructor or Trainer
    • Getting the Most from Your Lessons
  • Chapter 4: Mind and Body: Conditioning Yourself for Riding
    • Understanding Why You Need to Condition Yourself
    • Getting into Riding Shape
    • Preparing Your Mind
  • Chapter 5: Safety First: Protecting Yourself around Horses
    • Dressing the Part with Safe Clothing
    • Keeping a Close Eye on Horses When You’re on the Ground
    • Staying Secure on a Horse
• Part 2: Getting Set with the Right Riding Style and Gear
  • Chapter 6: Off into the Sunset: Western Riding
    • Looking at the Nitty-Gritty of Western Riding
    • Checking Out Western Riding Activities
  • Chapter 7: Not Just for the Brits: English Riding
    • Examining the Basics of English Riding
    • Brushing Up on the Basic English Styles
  • Chapter 8: Dressing Up Horses with Saddles
    • Going Over the Basic Makeup of a Saddle
    • The Heavy Hitters: Western Saddles
    • On the Smaller Side: English Saddles
    • Setting Yourself Up with Saddle Pads
    • Playing Matchmaker as You Fit Saddles
  • Chapter 9: Getting a Heads-Up on Bridles
    • Breaking Down the Basic Parts of a Bridle
    • Gearing Up with Western Bridles and Bits
    • Examining English Bridles and Bits
  • Chapter 10: Equipping Yourself with Other Important Gear
    • Dressing in High Style
    • Reviewing Artificial Aids
• Part 3: Settling into the Saddle and Easing into Riding
  • Chapter 11: Working from the Ground, Saddling, and Bridling
    • Handling Horses from the Ground
    • Putting on a Saddle Properly
    • Saving the Bridling for Last
  • Chapter 12: Mounting and Dismounting
    • Get Set: Preparing to Mount
    • Get on Up: The Mechanics of Mounting
    • Wrap It Up: Preparing to Dismount
    • Get Down: The Mechanics of Dismounting
  • Chapter 13: Enjoying the Walk
    • Body Language: Helping Your Riding with the Natural Aids
    • Asking a Horse to Go for a Walk
    • Riding the Walk in Western
    • Riding the Walk in Hunt Seat
    • Riding the Walk in Dressage
    • Maneuvering the Horse at the Walk
    • Trying a Couple of Walking Exercises
  • Chapter 14: Bumping Up Your Skills with the Jog or Trot
    • Asking the Horse to Pick Up the Pace
    • Riding the Jog in Western
    • Riding the Trot in Hunt Seat
    • Riding the Trot in Dressage
    • Maneuvering the Horse at the Jog or Trot
    • Trying Some Exercises
  • Chapter 15: Getting on the Fast Track with the Lope or Canter
    • Cueing the Horse to Lope or Canter
    • Riding the Lope in Western
    • Riding the Canter in Hunt Seat
    • Riding the Canter in Dressage
    • Maneuvering the Horse at the Lope or Canter
    • Trying a Couple of Balancing Exercises
  • Chapter 16: Making the Leap into Jumping
    • Delving into Different Types of Jumping
    • Checking Out Types of Fences
    • Making Your Way through the Jumping Process
    • Riding over Multiple Jumps
    • Overcoming Jumping Problems
• Part 4: Riding into Advanced Pastures
  • Chapter 17: Graduating to the Next Level of Riding
    • Finding a New Instructor or Trainer
    • Switching Disciplines
    • Growing Stronger with Advanced Conditioning
    • Improving Your Balance and Timing
  • Chapter 18: Taking the Plunge by Buying a Horse
    • Deciding Whether to Get a Horse of Your Own
    • Figuring Out What Kind of Horse to Buy
    • Walking through the Horse-Buying Process
  • Chapter 19: Exploring Horse Care
    • Gimme Shelter: Proper Horse Housing
    • Chow Time: Dealing with Your Horse’s Hunger and Thirst
    • Hey, Good Lookin’: Grooming Your Horse
    • A Little TLC: Maintaining Your Horse’s Health
• Part 5: Having Fun with Other Styles and Activities
  • Chapter 20: Step Up: Riding Gaited Horses
    • Defining the Four-Beat Gait
    • Checking Out Breeds Who Display Fancy Footwork
    • Riding a Gaited Horse
  • Chapter 21: Don’t Fence Me In: Trail Riding
    • Preparing for a Trail Ride
    • Staying Safe on the Trail
    • Happy Trails: Minding Your Manners
  • Chapter 22: Show Off: Riding in Competition
    • Understanding How Horse Shows Work
    • Surveying Different Types of Shows
    • Gearing Up for a Horse Show
    • Displaying Good Manners at Horse Shows
  • Chapter 23: Even More Riding Styles and Activities
    • The Road Less Ridden: Trying Other Disciplines
    • Horseplay: Surveying Sports, Exhibitions, and Other Equine Activities
    • Traveling with a Horse
• Part 6: The Part of Tens
  • Chapter 24: Ten Rules of Riding Etiquette
    • Tie a Red Ribbon on a Kicker’s Tail
    • Go Slowly after You Mount
    • Communicate with Your Fellow Riders
    • Avoid Hollering
    • Keep a Safe Distance from Others
    • Approach Courteously from the Rear
    • Pass Left Shoulder to Left Shoulder
    • Prepare Your Horse for Trail Riding
    • Be Courteous during Water Breaks on the Trail
    • Help Others during Times of Trouble
  • Chapter 25: Ten Horseback Games to Improve Your Riding
    • Simon Says
    • Ride-a-Buck
    • Treasures on the Trail
    • Magazine Race
    • Ride and Tie
    • Red Light, Green Light
    • Follow the Leader
    • Boot Bucket Race
    • Egg and Spoon Carry
    • Around the World
• Appendix: Resources for Riders
  • Breed Registries
  • Riding Instructor Organizations
  • Equine Equipment Online Retailers
  • Competition and Activity Organizations
  • Other Equine Organizations
  • Horse Magazines
  • Recommended Books
• Index
• About the Authors
• Advertisement Page
• Connect with Dummies
• End User License Agreement

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