Publisher's Synopsis
Compiled by an Olympic gold medallist and international judge, this manual explains the motivation and training required for the equestrian sports of show jumping, dressage and eventing. The training and competition requirements for each sport are examined and the relationship between each sport fully explored.;The book gives detailed guidance on what is demanded of horse and rider for each sport, including the equipment and facilities required for training. Different training methods and horse management are also examined. The book then deals with the horse and rider at competitions, explaining the mental and physical preparation required for success.;Jane Holderness-Roddam, a former eventing champion, is now an international judge and instructor and writes for several horseriding magazines.
