Building Core Strength Without Stirrups
Horsemanship
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1m 42s
Learn how riding without stirrups will help you maintain your balance and help you ride in an athletic position. Brad Barkemeyer explains how to ride without stirrups to help build core strength, there’s more to it than you think!
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