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Topline Ink Equestrian Journal Magazine Listed below are the 2008 Archives. These issues are still available for purchase.
| Topline Ink Equestrian Journal Nov/Dec 2008 Magazine Issue Giving
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My Favorite School Exercise - Breath Life into Training Jenny Rolfe gives an important exercise she learned in Lisbon. She also shares her insights for properly warming-up your horse and keeping the enjoyment. By Jenny Rolfe (Author of book: Ride from the Heart)
Favorite Exercise: Feel Build a better relationship with your horse by developing your feel. By Sarah Martin (USDF certified instructor through 4th Level, USDF Gold, Silver and Bronze Medalist and a USDF "L" judge graduate)
Riding the Circle: Extremely Dull or Full of Opportunity This article shows the many things a circle can teach a horse and rider. Improve balance with these exercises. By Lynne Sprinsky
Improving the Lateral Bend This is an exercise that Dr. Ritter uses frequently and one that always seems to improve the horse's suppleness and self-carriage. By Dr. Thomas Ritter (US and International Classical Dressage Clinician and Author)
Canter Work - Gymnastic Pattern to Strengthen the Canter By Gael Bourquin
Exercises for Maintaining a Perfect Rhythm and for Seeing a Perfect Take Off Spot By Ashley Duda Foster (Head Hunter Seat Coach for college Equestrian Team)
Topline Ink Equestrian Journal asks two riders: What is Your Favorite Dressage Second Level Schooling Exercise Answered By Vickie Sharp and Philesha Chandler (Vickie Sharp - USDF Bronze Medalist & "L" Judge graduate) (Philesha Chandler - USDF Silver Medalist & Winner of Reality Dressage Show - Robert Dover's Next American Dressage Star) |
| Topline Ink Equestrian Journal Sept/Oct 2008 Magazine Issue The Feel
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Understanding Brain Function in Learning and Teaching Feel Progress faster toward increasing your sense of feel and becoming an independent rider with the Task method. By Lynne Sprinsky
Series: History of Dressage Part Two: Giambattista Pignatelli - De la Broue. Find out who discovered the gymnastic value of riding circles on a single track. By Dr. Thomas Ritter (US & International Classical Dressage clinician)
Ride in Balance: The Element of Feel Step-by-step detailed descriptions and exercises to improve your sense of feel and awareness of the horse's body and legs. Beth teaches the rider balance and to feel each step of the horse. By Beth Glosten, MD (USDF Gold, Silver and Bronze Medalist & USDF "L" graduate with 'distinction')
Developing Feel in Dressage The horse's wa of going reflects the rider. Achieve harmony with your horse by learning to feel. By Sandra Hotz (United States Equestrian Federation "S" Judge)
Developing Feel in Communication: Looking at the Rider Awareness of breathing, balance and fluidity of movement all contribute to develop your feel and improve communication between horse and rider. By Jenny Rolfe (Author of book: Ride from the Heart)
Teaching and Learning to Feel Feel may be the most difficult of all aspects to learn. However, it is possible. This article explains how to develop your feel and improve your horse's responsiveness. By Dr. Thomas Ritter (US and International Classical Dressage Clinician)
How to Use Feel and Thought to Improve your Hunter Skills Get unstuck in your riding and truly ride by being able to evaluate and feel. By Ashley Duda Foster (Head Hunter Seat Coach for college Equestrian Team) |
| Topline Ink Equestrian Journal July/Aug 2008 Magazine Issue Classical Dressage
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History of Dressage New Series: The first article of a series on the Dressage Masters that influenced the History of Dressage. Have you ever wondered how, why and when did Dressage develop? Dressage enthusiasts will enjoy reading these outlines that give a fascinating look into the history of Dressage. This article starts with Xenophon. By Dr. Thomas Ritter (U.S. & International Classical Dressage Clinician )
The Shoulder-In The Shoulder-in is a common dressage movement that, when ridden correctly, can add to suppleness, straightness and collection. This article starts with the movement's orgins, gives a detailed description on how to achieve the proper shoulder-in and answers common questions on how to correct the shoulder-in when things go wrong. By Simon Battram (BHS Intermediate Instructor, Classical Dressage Clinician)
Tug of War Highlights of a Clinic with Dr. Gerd Heuschmann Clinic with Author 'Tug of War: Classical versus "Modern" Dressage. After reading Dr. Heuschmann's book, Dawn Fisher jumps at the opportunity to attend his workshop. You'll finde shares some of the valuable insights that her favorite 'ah ha' moments. By Dawn Fisher The Correct Elevation of the Forehand The great dressage masters of riding often used the phrase, "the correct elevation of the forehand." Holly Mason explains the importance in advanced work and combines her information with easy to understand biomechanics to assist with classical training. By Holly Mason (Author of video & booklet 'Focus on Flexibility)
Breath Life Into Training: Learning the Power of Our Breathing This article let's readers further explore the sensitivity of communication between horse and rider. The experience of sensitivity in communication between horse and rider is enhanced by understanding how to breath correctly. Jenny Rolfe explains how breathing impacts balance and self-carriage. By Jenny Rolfe (Author of 'Ride from the Heart')
My Thoughts on the Classical Seat Practical information and tips on how to progressively work on and improve your seat. Gael Bourquin shares with readers her knowledge and experience of improving the rider's seat. By Gael Bourquin
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| Topline Ink Equestrian Journal June 2008 Magazine Issue Balance
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Our Sixth Sense of Balance Proprioception and its role in riding. Small deviations in the rider's torso alignment can impact the horse's rhythm and flow. By Holly Mason (Author of "Focus on Flexibility")
Tools for Riding in Balance The anatomy of the rider for balance and correct alignment explained. Graceful and supple riding starts with proper position and balance. Balance and proper alignment begins from stability of the spine. By Beth Glosten, M.D. (USDF Gold Medalist and USDF "L" judge graduate 'with distinction')
Balance Exercises 1 -4 Four exercises for postural awareness and building proper alignment for riding. By Beth Glosten (USDF Gold Medalist and USDF "L" Judge Graduate with 'distinction')
Master the Balance and Master the Horse Balance and harmony are inter-related. Balance for the mind, developing awareness and feel for a unity for balancing the horse. By Jenny Rolfe (Author of book "Ride from the Heart")
Balance The concept of balance is relevant in all areas of horsemanship. There are many levels of balance to obtain a balanced horse. By Dr. Thomas Ritter (US & International Classical Dressage Clinician)
Trot Triangles An exercise to better understand the quality and the balance of the dressage horse. Identify problems in gaits from a biomechanical point of view. By Ivetta Harte (USDF "L" judging program graduate 'with distinction')
Finding Balance The hunter horse must show balance and carry themselves in a natural relaxed manner around a course to be successful in the showring. By Ashley Duda Foster (Head Hunter Seat Coach for College Equestrian Team) |
| Topline Ink Equestrian Journal May 2008 Magazine Issue Solutions Steps to Improve the Half-halt, Creativity, Prevent Lameness, Solving Resistances and Understanding Solutions.
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Breathing Life into Training: Breathing the Key to the Half-halt Learn how breathing can help your riding, balance and the half-halt. Try these exercises to become aware of your breathing and to improve your balance. By Jenny Rolfe (Author of "Ride from the Heart")
Creativity & Loving the Process This article brings to light the process of creative training and having the techniques to experiment to find your horse's unique learning style. By Holly Mason (Author of "Focus on Flexibility")
Tips for Memorizing Dressage Tests Riders learn and process information differently. Discover your individual style for learning and get the best tips for being prepared and memorizing your dressage test. By Ivetta Harte (USDF "L" Judge Graduate with 'distinction')
Food for Thought Dr. Ritter examines why problems are likely to happen. The solutions and responsibility starts with the rider. This information helps to prevent disobedient or dangerous behavior from a horse before it get's started. By Dr. Thomas Ritter (Author & Classical Dressage)
Lameness: Prevention & Management Every rider's top priority is to keep their horse sound and healthy. Find out the common causes for lameness and the preventative management care. By Paul Ryding, D.V.M.
How to Deal When the Road Get's Rough Train for a willing jumper. Work through every problem methodically for clear jumping rounds. This article gives solutions to resistances and training problems. By Ashley Duda Foster (Head Hunter Seat Coach for College Team)
Four Tips to Improve the Leg Yield Tips to help with resistance in the leg yield. By Jane Savoie (Author - five books, videos & dvds, U.S. & International Clinician)
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| Topline Ink Equestrian Journal April 2008 Magazine Issue Special Showing Issue
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Correct Dressage Training & Solid Basics for the Showring There is a difference between correct dressage training and 'poodle dressage'. Find out what that is and how the Judge knows the difference. By Ivetta Harte ("L" Judge Graduate with 'distinction') Jump into the Showring: How to Make your First Show a Success. Is it your first horse show or your horses? Ashley gives her twenty-two years of horse show experience to help the rider be prepared and discover the fun. By Ashley Duda Foster (University Hunter Seat Head Coach) Second Level: The Black Hole of Dressage Second Level is often a bigger jump than the rider expects. This article details what is expected at this level and why it is the turning point of dressage riding. By Sarah Martin (USDF Certified Instructor through 4th Level, USDF Bronze, Silver & Gold Medalist and is a "L" Judge graduate with 'distinction'.) Showing Dressage And Building On The Levels This article emphasizes the lower levels and building a solid foundation in dressage. By Christine Rivlin (USDF Certified Instructor through 4th Level, USDF Instructor Certification Faculty Member, USDF "L" judging program graduate, USDF Bronze, Silver & Gold Medalist.) Conquer Horse Show Nerves with Jane Savoie Jane Savoie gives insights and tips to help the competitor with relaxation and winning over show nerves. By Jane Savoie (Author, Clinician, Competitor) Classical Dressage and Competitions There is some confusion with classical dressage and competitions. Dr. Ritter sets the record straight in this candid article on the orgins of classical dressage and competing the classically trained horse. By Dr. Thomas Ritter (Author & Classical Dressage Clinician) |
| Topline Ink Equestrian Journal March 2008 Magazine Issue Harmony
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Encourage Harmony by Riding with Soft Hands Three physical and four mental exercises to develop the feeling of riding with soft hands. By Jane Savoie The Alexander Technique as a Path to Harmony Between Horse and Rider Engage in holistic partnership with your horse and learn to release tension and become aware of your way of riding. By Constance Claire Body Armor - Ground Work Groudn work keeps your horse reponsive and free from body armor. Read these tips on how to get correct responses from your horse starting with ground work. By Kelly Walker The Importance of Riding in Groups Group riding can add to the equestrian education. This article shows how riding in groups can make ther rider more effective, the horse more responsive and add confidence. By Dr. Thomas Ritter Would You Like to Ride A Musical Freestyle? Information, insights and encouragement on developing your musical freestyle. By Deborah Dougherty Fine Tuning Your Freestyle More inside tips on developing and showing your freestyle. Create a dance with your equine partner. By Angel Ozer A Harmony of Minds Before physical harmony begins there is mental and emotional harmony. This starts with getting to know and understand your horse. By Elaine Cornell |
| Topline Ink Equestrian Journal February 2008 Magazine Issue Goals
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Goals Insightful article by U.S. and International Clinician of Classical Dressage - Dr. Ritter and his apprentices discuss goals, purpose and direction in this article. By Dr. Thomas Ritter The Aisle Way Equestrians Answer questions on their goals they have achieved and how they overcome discouragement. Motivation & Maintaining Momentum Tips for maintaining your momentum to follow those dreams and riding goals. By Maribeth Wells Pursuing your Dreams Interview with Philesha Chandler. Winner of the Robert Dover Reality Show "The Next American Dressage Star" (USDF Silver Medalist) Getting Past Discouragement Discouragements are part of life and part of riding, this article tells you how to overcome those setbacks. By Dawn Fisher Setting Goals for Success Interview on setting attainable realistic goals that follow the basic training scale and building a solid foundation with USDF Certified through 4th Level Instructor, 'L' Judge graduate with 'distinction' and USDF Silver Medalist - Jana Wagner. Setting New Goals This article encourages the rider to get ready for the new year by setting short and long term goals. By Ashley Duda Foster (Head Hunter College Coach for Equestrian Team) Collected Thoughts On Motherhood, Family & Riding This rider shares wisdoms of juggling life and horses. By Kindra Wilson |
| Topline Ink Equestrian Journal January 2008 Magazine Issue Special Breeds Issue
(Celebrating - The Andalusian, The Lusitano, The Trakehner, The Arabian Horse, The Cleveland Bay and The Connemara Pony) |  |
The Andalusian
This horse will change your life. By Patrick Brennan
The Lusitano
The riding horse, par excellence. By Jean-Philippe Giacomini
The Trakehner
The Trakehner, at home in every Olympic discipline. By Helen K. Gibble
The Arabian History
The perfect horse for every adventure! Submitted by the Arabian Horse Association
The Cleveland Bay
Personality, Presence & Performance. By Liia Becker
Background of the Connemara Pony
By Catherine Mack |
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