Rider Asymmetry survey

MiJodsR2BlinkinTite

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The importance of rider symmetry is under-emphasised IMO. I never knew till relatively recently that I've got one leg slightly longer than the other - but apparently this is fairly common, and I knew that I struggled when working on one particular rein, getting a canter lead, rising trot etc etc., but never knew why.

Also, it is possible for various assymetries in other areas as well, i.e. back - where you can have kyphosis or scoliosis, and often with these conditions you'll get a degree of hip/pelvic rotation as well; or a shoulder assymetry which will then put the head and neck of the rider into an undesired position - all of which can and will affect the horse.
 
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