Getting A Horse To Drop Its Head By Using Your Legs | Horse Help - Michael Gascon

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“Getting A Horse To Drop Its Head By Using Your Legs”


Hey Team MG! It's Michael Gascon, The Horse Guru, coming to you from Franklin, New Jersey, with an 8-year-old Standardbred, Mick. In this video, I’ll show you how to teach your horse to drop its head using your legs, a game-changer for achieving balance, self-carriage, and a smoother canter.

Many horses, especially pacers and gaited breeds, struggle with hollowing their backs and carrying tension in their necks. This can lead to rough transitions, resistance, and even injury. By learning this simple yet effective technique, you can help your horse relax, engage its core, and move with softness and collection.

You’ll Learn:
✅ Teaching lateral flexion with leg cues
✅ Introducing vertical flexion for self-carriage
✅ Using leg pressure to encourage relaxation and engagement
✅ Transitioning from walk to trot while maintaining softness
✅ Setting the foundation for a balanced and collected canter

This method works wonders for hot, tense horses that react to leg pressure by rushing forward. By desensitizing your horse to leg cues and focusing on collection, you'll transform your ride into something smooth, controlled, and effortless.



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