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Transitions between gaits in this long-and-low position refine recruitment of this ligament system in addition to the spinal stabilizing muscles. Classical dressage training books often prescribed these transitions toward the end of the warm-up phase.

1 Begin in an energetic posting trot riding the horse in a long-and-low position (fig. 1.11 A).1.11 A: I begin by getting Diamante connected to my rein contact in a long and low posture. He reaches his topline outward nicely to my elastic contact.

2 Slow down for four strides and then make a gradual transition to the walk so the horse continues to reach out and down with his neck (figs. 1.11 B & C).1.11 B & C: I apply a half-halt and ask him to walk. He responds by stepping a bit farther under himself with his inside hind leg, while continuing to reach his neck outward and downward (B). We complete the transition to walk and Diamante maintains the same posture and connection to my contact (C).

3 After 10 walk strides, keeping the neck down, transition back up to trot.