When beginning to ride a horse, the rider always begins by applying pressure to the left stirrup from the ground. That person always keeps one foot on the ground just in case the horse bolts.(Rachel Harper/Democrat-News)[Order this photo]
Next, body weight is applied completely to one side to see what the horse's reaction will be. If the horse takes that pressure well after a few times, the rider will continue.(Rachel Harper/Democrat-News)[Order this photo]
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