RIDER SUCCESS STORY

Noah made great progress during the 2006 season.  He worked on strengthening his quadriceps and improving balance.  To strengthen his quadriceps, he used his walker to climb the mounting ramp, and he also practiced a riding position known as 2 point.  In the 2 point position, Noah would stand in his stirrups and balance himself on the horse at the walk.  (See picture to left)  For balance, Noah played the flag game, where he had to reach for flags, positioned in different parts of the arena. In addition, he had to keep his upper body upright with out holding the reins,  His arms were  out in an airplane position.  While the horse was at the walk,   Noah preferred to ride Doc, because he was big, and he was a gelding.  Good Job Noah!!