Teaching Rate and Speed Transitions
Second and Third Barrel 101
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14m
Justin breaks down how he teaches a green horse with a naturally free style how to rate at the most basic level. He discusses how teaching transitions at a fast pace can be beneficial for both horses who tend to by "sticky," and horses that are naturally free. Justin also shares how to warm young horses up more effectively.
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