Improving Rider Leg Stability - Exercise 5: Standing In 2 Point Position
With Natalie Alexander, NMA Fitness
Standing in the stirrups is a great way to find your balance and really fix your lower leg into a secure position.
1. Start slowly; stand in the 2 point position at a walk and do a few laps of the arena. I'd also suggest using a neck strap for this one in case you do lose your balance. If you don't have the luxury of a mirror, film yourself to ensure your leg is in the correct position. Keep your back flat – it’s very easy to get so fixated on our leg position that we end up rounding our shoulders and tipping forwards. Brace your core to help with balance.
2. Once you can comfortably do a few minutes in walk without needing the neck strap to balance yourself, progress to trot, and then onto canter.
3. Then, once you feel you can walk, trot, and canter in this position for 4-5 minutes, it's time to start adding transitions into the sessions. This will test your balance that little bit more.
Your lower leg will need to be strong and ‘glued’ to your horse's side to ensure you remain in harmony with him. It takes practice, but your horse will thank you for it.
For more exercises designed to improve leg stability in the saddle, please see, [ Ссылка ]
