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Soft Eyes

January 12, 2018November 1, 2017 by Alys Culhane

Centered Riding Basic Valuable in Emergency by Alys Culhane Centered Riding founder Sally Swift calls “soft eyes” one of four basics, along with breathing, alignment, and centering. To create soft eyes, the muscles around and behind the eyes are relaxed. Additionally, the cheeks, chin, jaw and tongue muscles are …

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Centered Riding Basics

December 4, 2017September 1, 2017 by Alys Culhane

Centering by Alys Culhane In June I organized and participated in Centered Riding clinics that spanned two weekends. Centered Riding Level Four clinicians Peggy Brown and Susan Harris and five out-of-state riders were in attendance. My Icelandic mare Raudhetta prefers arenas with obstacles so I opted to attend Brown’s …

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Centered Riding’s Building Blocks

November 11, 2017July 1, 2017 by Alys Culhane

Finding Alignment by Albs Culhane April was a significant month for me in terms of my Centered Riding training, both as an instructor and as a rider. I traveled to the East Coast and did a four-day Centered Riding clinic in Brattleboro, New York followed by a three-week Centered …

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Breathe Anxiety Away

November 14, 2017May 1, 2017 by Alys Culhane

Controlled Breathing First Step in Centered Riding by Alys Culhane I’m a returning rider who acquired more than my share of fear-based baggage during my thirty-year riding hiatus. This metaphorical suitcase sprung open and spewed its contents ten years ago when I started riding my 4-year-old mare, Raudi. In …

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Rider Wellness: Anatomy, Awareness, and Sally Swift’s Six Basics

October 6, 2017March 1, 2017 by Alys Culhane

An Introduction to Centered Riding By Alys Culhane One day as I was instructing a student I noted that her jaw was clenched, she had a death grip on the reins, and her legs were wrapped tightly around her horse’s middle. The young gelding appeared ready to explode. I …

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Rider Wellness: Be SMART About Resolutions

January 2, 2018November 1, 2016 by Emily Beasley

Steps to Accomplish Your Goals in 2017 by Emily Beasley The hectic holiday season is here. It’s the time of year when we overcommit ourselves, skimp on sleep, spend too much money, overeat, and drink more than we should. Indulgence is the spirit of the season, but we get …

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Have a Question? Ask The Experts!

August 5, 2020October 26, 2016 by Northwest Horse Source

Send us your question and we’ll select the best expert for you. Northwest Horse SourceThe Northwest Horse Source is an independently owned and operated print and online magazine for horse owners and enthusiasts of all breeds and disciplines in the Pacific Northwest. Our contemporary editorial columns are predominantly written by experts …

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Return to Fitness After an Injury

August 5, 2020August 1, 2016 by Emily Beasley

Options for a Speedy Recovery After an Injury by Emily Beasley “I know how you ‘horse people’ are – you’ll ride with a broken face!” my doctor jokingly said during my most recent visit. I was in her office anxiously awaiting medical clearance so I could return to “full …

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Rider Wellness: The Fitness “Tack Trunk”

August 5, 2020June 1, 2016 by Emily Beasley

Equipment Essentials for the Female Equestrian by Emily Beasley I’m the type of person that relies on lists, especially when it comes to preparing for an outing with my horses. I have a checklist of essentials to pack in the trailer for the ride. For example, my first aid …

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Rider Wellness: Silencing the Selfie…and the Scale

August 5, 2020April 1, 2016 by Emily Beasley

What to Do When You Fall off the Fitness Wagon by Emily Beasley Confession time: Over the past couple of months I haven’t been very active. I’ve been eating things I advise others to avoid. Worst of all, my seat bones are sore and bruised from riding once this …

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