This is a continuation of our series on “training outside the box.”  We have reviewed important steps to prepare for training on the trail.  In the last article you learned to recognize if a horse has inner energy and playfulness and how to release it through forced exercise like longeing.

“Training Outside the Box” is just in time for spring training.  The “box” refers to those confined areas, such as arenas and paddocks, where many riders have spent winter training time.  Let’s get out of the “box”