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Riding Success Without Stress: Book 1

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That Ms. Bentley has apparently written 4 of the previous 7 reviews? If this book is as amazing as she says, shouldn't she be able to convince other people to write reviews for her?

As an equine osteopath of ten years I was delighted to see in Joni's book many of the answers I had been looking for to stop people injuring their horses. Joni has a unique insight into the mechanics of the horse, yet can make complicated issues appear simple and easily understood. I feel this book will become a classic. Buy it, read, do it.

Not a run of the mill riding manual , it's a life changer My sex life is suffering! My husband is complaining! Since buying Riding Success Without Stress I can't put it down! If you have ever been stuck in your riding, here is the book to get you moving. Not another run of the mill riding manual, it's a life changer. I now possess a complete tool box for my riding, rather than battling with just a hammer and nails. This book has enabled me to recognised my blocks and tap into the full potential that we all have. Clear and inspiring it will dispel the fog and awaken your senses, helping you discover new depths and harmony with your horse, that you only dared dream of. Truly brilliant!.......... And it works!

I have tried most treatments including, the Alexander technique. It is not for everybody and like classical horsemanship requires great discipline, but there is no doubt that it has helped many and that this book , with its clear illustrations and(praise be) jargon free language is as about as comprehensive a study as you can get. It is a technical book in the sense that it offers instruction, but that hasn't stopped the author's personality and clear views coming through. If you have customers who suffer from joint problems - as many of you will - this book could be a God send to them. And at ...it is a lot cheaper than all those "miraculous" treatments which consist of massaging the fleshly bits around the wallet..

Here is the book of the millennium and my new bible Centre Riding was the revolutionary book of it's time. Here is it's successor. The expertise and logic of Joni Bentley's training is so astounding it will amaze riders at all levels. Whether you want to brows or get deeply involved in it's technicalities, it is a stunning insight into how to do less and achieve more, horse and rider interact naturally yet classically. Each chapter starts with lively, brain teasing quotes, which are intriguing and so Poignant. This book gives you the tools and awareness to work in harmony with your horse The author uses gripping personal stories to pin point were we are going wrong in training. showing how fundamental problems are glossed over with quick fixs. Although it is fun and easy to read it's message is profound. Joni Bentley has a brilliant knack of drawing you in to her unique world of training. Check out her web site ... Most books are written for the perfect rider and the perfect horse this book is written for you. It deals with real bodies minds and spirits, and honours the horse as the teacher throughout. Riding Success Without Stress will change your life do your horse a favour and buy it now.

I was introduced to Alexander Technique and Centered Riding (separately) several years ago as a beginning adult rider. After several CR clinics, I gained a basic understanding of how Sally Swift uses Alexander. This book stands alone, but as a companion to Centered Riding, particularly Sally's new book, it will help you gain a lot more understanding of how your balance and centering affect your horse's way of going.

I had an opportunity to review the book with a Level IV CR instructor, and she was impressed. Many of the concepts and exercises she does in her clinics are there, and there are a many clever illustrations that clarify the concepts.

It doesn't make any difference what level or discipline you ride. This book and Centered Riding 2 are a terrific set to help you take your riding to new levels.