How to stop gripping with your legs when horse riding? (Dressage seat, dressage position)

Gripping or squeezing with legs and seat is a very common problem that affects our riding in a negative way. In this video we talk about why it happens and also how to fix it.

[@rachelmacgowan86]

Thank you very much for the explanation and the illustration. My issue is that sometimes I bring my leg back because the horse is not responding to my leg aid when my leg is in the correct position.....

[@rachelmacgowan86]

I'm going to try the 'squeeze-release' exercise in the warm up to see if that helps with the horse's sensitivity to the leg aid

[@johannajequestrianphysio]

You're welcome!😊 Yes, it's quite common that riders take the leg too much back if the horse doesn't respond.

[@johannajequestrianphysio]

@@rachelmacgowan86 I also have some videos on leg position and tips on how to use the leg so check them out too if you haven't already😊

[@rajparmar8010]

When I press the grip with my legs while riding, my waist becomes stiff and when I release the grip, my waist keeps flexible What should I do????

[@johannajequestrianphysio]

@@rajparmar8010 Yes, exactly!