Question # 169: I really need help with my leg position! My issue is that my leg swings too far back in jumping, 2 point, and some transitions. I also lift my heel often.
What happens in reality when I am jumping, is that I am slightly ahead of the motion, and I believe I am trying to avoid catching my horse in the mouth. I grip with my knees and my lower leg swings back. Upon landing, I can feel my knees lock slightly and I am standing in the stirrups. I know that I need good contact between the inside of my calf and the horse, and that my hips must go back in order to prevent my legs from coming too far back, and that I need to sink down and anchor in my heels. The problem is I don't know what to do with the rest of my position! I often feel like my knees are flapping in the breeze. Jumping also takes away the strong part of my position, my seat. Please help! (Anonymous)
The strength and position of your lower leg is the key to success when riding. Your leg is your base of support, and if that is strong, everything else will be surprisingly easy! I would advise that you read this article on building a strong lower leg, and implement... (Click on Question Title above (in blue) to read full answer)
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