Complete Horse Riding Manual

A new, fully updated edition of the complete guide to horse riding. Learn all there is to know about horse riding, from horse care and show jumping to mastering dressage, with this comprehensive and fully updated guide. Suitable for both novice and advanced riders, and for equestrian fans of all ages, this book will guide you through every stage of the riding process from the first time in the saddle to advanced riding skills. Featuring all of the latest techniques and equipment, this revised and updated edition covers everything you need to know about basic horse training, dressage training, and mental and physical preparation--for both horse and rider--as well as how to find and develop your ultimate horse. Presented in spectacular visual detail, it is the ultimate guide to perfecting your equestrian skills. Featuring tips from internationally renowned horse trainer William Micklem, The Complete Horse Riding Manual is a truly thoroughbred guide that is a must-have for any horse lover.