Ride with Your Mind: An Illustrated Masterclass in Right Brain Riding [Hardcover]

Mary Wanless (Author), Kit Houghton (Photographer), Christine Bousfield (Drawings)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 1992

Based on an understanding of the biomechanical demands of riding, the strategies in this book will teach riders how to connect with their horse in a way that makes sense to both and ultimately leads to better riding. It features real riders and horses throughout and takes riders through the mechanics of riding in a logical, step-by-step method that identifies common challenges so that riders may identify their own problems and learn to get the methods right. Case studies will help readers relate their own problems with those included in the book, and instruction on achieving a firm seat and proper posture will result in an immediate improvement of performance of horse and rider.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 262 pages
• Publisher: Trafalgar Square Publishing (March 1992)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0943955521
• ISBN-13: 978-0943955520
• Product Dimensions: 10 x 7.8 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.4 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #433,113 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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32 of 32 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars What Most Instructors Won't Teach, August 23, 1998

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This review is from: Ride with Your Mind: An Illustrated Masterclass in Right Brain Riding (Hardcover)

For years I struggled with learning how my anatomy and my position on a horse effected the horse's movement. For the first time, it is explained in exquisite detail with easy to understand analogies. This book is not for the casual rider or the rider who is not willing to let go of the past and try something that seems to be radical. Riding with your mind does not mean your body doesn't work. I have never used so many muscles in so many ways on horseback. If you want a happily forward horse, with a relaxed back and a good attitude, follow Mary's methods. I have not found a horse or student that hasn't improved since I started studying her books. AND after endless years of discomfort I can finally sit the trot.

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Very explainatory. Just like you would be there in person., June 18, 1999

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This review is from: Ride with Your Mind: An Illustrated Masterclass in Right Brain Riding (Hardcover)

I found this book to be one of the best books for horse and rider awareness (horsemanship). Giving examples of imagery, and pictures of problems and correctness. The photos give the reader a sence of understanding while reading the text.

14 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful book, April 10, 2000

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This review is from: Ride with Your Mind: An Illustrated Masterclass in Right Brain Riding (Hardcover)

After reading this book I am finally able to understand what my trainers have been trying to tell me to do for years. Mary is able to explain things very clearly. You will be amazed at how much this book can help you.