101 Jumping Exercises [Paperback]

Linda L Allen (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 24, 2006

This work contains 101 jumping exercises every horse and rider should know, from the simplest skills to the most complex techniques. It starts with basic work over and around poles to help horse and rider establish and maintain a dialogue with each other. Exercises progress in complexity teaching the rider correct technique, balance and confidence. It provides fresh perspectives on how to achieve and hold on to the competitive edge, and includes guest exercises by leading equestrians such as Missy Clark, Hap Hansen and James Wofford.

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Equestrian competition is a fluid melding of horse and rider. But the grace and beauty one sees in the competition ring does not just happen. Like any sport, it is the result of hours of practice. Allen, a former international competitive rider, licensed judge, and Olympic course designer, offers a series of exercises for horse and rider designed to isolate and master specific skills. The increasingly complex exercises conclude with skills for more advanced riders, but she begins with basic skills, such as the walk and trot. Throughout she emphasizes straightness, calmness, balance, and rhythm. She also defines terminology along the way, so novices can build their equestrian vocabulary. Each exercise includes a detailed diagram as well as an explanation of its purpose and benefits. Included are a glossary, index, and brief professional biographies of additional contributors. Carefully structured, well written, and effectively illustrated, this is an excellent addition to collections whose patrons have exhibited an interest in horses and equestrian sports. Wes Lukowsky
Copyright © American Library Association. All rights reserved --This text refers to the Plastic Comb edition.

Review

'If you can master all 101 of Linda Allen's examples, you'll never encounter anything on a course that will surprise you - at least not very much.' William Steinkraus, 1968 Individual Olympic Gold Medal, Show Jumping --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 192 pages
• Publisher: David & Charles Ltd; 2nd edition (November 24, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0715324055
• ISBN-13: 978-0715324059
• Product Dimensions: 10.7 x 8.3 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.5 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (35 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #65,719 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #49 in Books > Sports & Outdoors > Individual Sports > Horses > Equestrian

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18 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent - another must have., October 30, 2004

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J. Skaife (Lafayette, CA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: 101 Jumping Exercises for Horse & Rider (Plastic Comb)

I haven't even finished reading this book yet, but I just have to say how fabulous it is. I have just started my youngster over fences and have found this guide invaluable already, with 25 exercises involving just ground poles, it is already well used. The exercises build up in difficulty so you are always making progress and at the same time having fun and educational schooling sessions with your horse. I think there is something for everyone, beginner to advanced.
As a budget conscious rider training predominantly on my own, I have found these types of guides priceless (see my other reviews) and they have really helped me to formulate a schooling plan each week and our progress has been very rewarding. I noticed that other riders at the barn were using the poles I left out in the arena and so I started posting the excercises on the bulleting board each week - inspiring everyone and creating great feedback and support. I know this is a book I will get a lot of use out of!

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars 101 Jumping Exercises for Horse & Rider, August 2, 2005

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Lisa Marshall (Destin, FL) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: 101 Jumping Exercises for Horse & Rider (Plastic Comb)

I bought the book originally to add some variety to my training sessions and to obtain ideas on different exercises. Now both my trainer and I do not jump without the book close by. The different grid exercises have added so much to our workouts! Not only has it helped our horses become more confident it has helped our equitation tremendously. I would highly recommend this book for both beginers and the more experienced rider!

9 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Complete and comprehensive, November 29, 2002

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This review is from: 101 Jumping Exercises for Horse & Rider (Plastic Comb)

Finally, a complete, comprehensive book of gymnastic exercises from the ground up - in an easy to use format! Great for someone aspiring to jump, as well as someone looking to improve their flatwork. If you can jump through all these gymnastics by the woman who designed the Jumping courses for the Atlanta Olympic Games, you are definitely headed in the right direction! Plus, the guest list includes three (multiple!) Gold medalists and other leading riders and trainers. A must have for the Equestrian library!