Practical Horseman

Cross-Training with Cavalletti

Cross-training is good for all athletes, including horses. Grand Prix trainer Nicholas Fyffe uses his previous experience as a gymnast and an international eventer to influence his approach to dressage and often chooses work over cavalletti to cross-train his horses.

Why Use Cavalletti?

Cavalletti are a really good tool to regulate the footfall of the horse. For instance, if I have a little too much tension and a little bit of speed in the walk, I can place the walk poles a little closer together to help regulate the rhythm of

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