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- Brand New: A new, unread, unused book in perfect condition with no missing or damaged pages. See all condition definitionsopens in a new window or tab
- ISBN
- 9781570763755
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Product Identifiers
Publisher
Trafalgar Square Books
ISBN-10
1570763755
ISBN-13
9781570763755
eBay Product ID (ePID)
59774268
Product Key Features
Book Title
Tug of War : Classical Versus Modern Dressage - Why Classical Training Works and How Incorrect Modern Riding Negatively Affects Horses' Health
Number of Pages
143 Pages
Language
English
Topic
Equestrian, Animals / Horses, Horses
Publication Year
2007
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Pets, Nature, Sports & Recreation
Format
Hardcover
Dimensions
Item Height
0.7 in
Item Weight
20 oz
Item Length
9.6 in
Item Width
6.9 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
LCCN
2007-023280
Reviews
"Should be given as compulsory reading to all judges, trainers, riders—both competitve and weekend—and breeders." — Nathalie Todd, member, The Classical Riding Club, "I strongly reccommend this book for all. This book is a must for anyone with any pretentions to riding." -British Horse, "Should be given as compulsory reading to all judges, trainers, riders-both competitve and weekend-and breeders." -Nathalie Todd, member, The Classical Riding Club, "Should be given as compulsory reading to all judges, trainers, riders--both competitve and weekend--and breeders." -- Nathalie Todd, member, The Classical Riding Club, "An excellent book not only for those involved with dressage, but for the hunter/jumper/combined training disciplines as well." —Today's Equestrian, "This is a very important book for riders because Heuschmann addresses the current tendency to derail classical dressage riding." — USDF Connection (March 14, 2011), "An excellent book not only for those involved with dressage, but for the hunter/jumper/combined training disciplines as well." --Today's Equestrian, "An excellent book not only for those involved with dressage, but for the hunter/jumper/combined training disciplines as well." -Today's Equestrian, "I strongly reccommend this book for all. This book is a must for anyone with any pretentions to riding." — British Horse, "I strongly recommend this book for all. This book is a must for anyone with any pretentions to riding." — British Horse, "I strongly recommend this book for all. This book is a must for anyone with any pretentions to riding." -- British Horse, "This is a very important book for riders because Heuschmann addresses the current tendency to derail classical dressage riding." -- USDF Connection (March 14, 2011)
Synopsis
German rider and equine veterinarian Dr. Gerd Heuschmann is well-known in dressage circles--admired for his plain speaking regarding what he deems the incorrect and damaging training methods commonly employed by riders and trainers involved in competition today. Here, he presents an intelligent and thought-provoking exploration of both classical and "modern" training methods, including "hyperflexion" (also known as Rollkur), against a practical backdrop of the horse's basic anatomy and physiology. In a detailed yet comprehensible fashion, Dr. Heuschmann describes parts of the horse's body that need to be correctly developed by the dressage rider. He then examines how they function both individually and within an anatomical system, and how various schooling techniques affect these parts for the good, or for the bad. Using vivid color illustrations of the horse's skeletal system, ligaments, and musculature, in addition to comparative photos depicting "correct" versus "incorrect" movement--and most importantly, photos of damaging schooling methods--Dr. Heuschmann convincingly argues that the horse's body tells us whether our riding is truly gymnasticizing and "building the horse up," or simply wearing it down and tearing it apart. He then outlines his ideal "physiological education" of the horse. Training should mirror the mental and physical development of the horse, fulfilling "classical" requirements--such as regularity of the three basic gaits, suppleness, and acceptance of the bit--rather than disregarding time-tested values for quick fixes that could lead to the degradation of the horse's well-being. Dr. Heuschmann's assertion that the true objectives of dressage schooling must never be eclipsed by simple "mechanical perfection" is certain to inspire riders at all levels to examine their riding, their riding goals, and the techniques they employ while pursuing them., German rider and equine veterinarian Dr. Gerd Heuschmann is well-known in dressage circles--admired for his plain speaking regarding what he deems the incorrect and damaging training methods commonly employed by riders and trainers involved in competition today. Here, he presents an intelligent and thought-provoking exploration of both classical and modern training methods, including hyperflexion (also known as Rollkur), against a practical backdrop of the horse's basic anatomy and physiology. In a detailed yet comprehensible fashion, Dr. Heuschmann describes parts of the horse's body that need to be correctly developed by the dressage rider. He then examines how they function both individually and within an anatomical system, and how various schooling techniques affect these parts for the good, or for the bad. Using vivid color illustrations of the horse's skeletal system, ligaments, and musculature, in addition to comparative photos depicting correct versus incorrect movement--and most importantly, photos of damaging schooling methods--Dr. Heuschmann convincingly argues that the horse's body tells us whether our riding is truly gymnasticizing and building the horse up, or simply wearing it down and tearing it apart. He then outlines his ideal physiological education of the horse. Training should mirror the mental and physical development of the horse, fulfilling classical requirements--such as regularity of the three basic gaits, suppleness, and acceptance of the bit--rather than disregarding time-tested values for quick fixes that could lead to the degradation of the horse's well-being. Dr. Heuschmann's assertion that the true objectives of dressage schooling must never be eclipsed by simple mechanical perfection is certain to inspire riders at all levels to examine their riding, their riding goals, and the techniques they employ while pursuing them.
LC Classification Number
SF309.5.H48 2007
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- r***h (113)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseReally happy with this purchase. Both items are in excellent new condition, as described. The packaging was very well done. They were in a nice compact box that fit the books just right and an inner waterproof wrap which i greatly appreciated because we have had a lot of rain lately & unfortunately our mailbox flops open. It was nice to have dry books! Packing slip included. Based on this transaction, i definitely recommend this conscientious seller.The Dragons of Blueland Book Set of 2 Guided Reading Group Ruth Stiles Gannett88 (#183752434750)
- a***m (118)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseThe books were packed with care and arrived early. I was very pleased with the price I paid for the items I received. The books looked even better in person than they did in the photo. Although these are used paperback books, the condition they are in is like new. Overall, I am happy with this order. The seller did a great job!4 Lot Science Fiction by F Paul Wilson, Harbingers, Crisscross, Legacies , Hosts (#184949290753)
- l***o (832)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseThank you for selling me your book and allowing me to add this to my non-profit organization for educational purposes. The shipping was good, the packaging was very good, it was as described and the value was excellent. Thanks againHENRY CLAY FRICK The Man,George Harvey, HBDJ, 1936, 2ⁿᵈ Edition, B165 (#176586848977)