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Equine Massage

A Practical Guide

By: Jean-Pierre Hourdebaigt, LMT

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Equine Massage

A Practical Guide

By: Jean-Pierre Hourdebaigt, LMT

A long-awaited update of the classic equine massage reference Fully revised and updated, this new edition provides step-by-step instructions and more than 180 photographs and diagrams to help riders and professionals alike master equine massage techniques. This authoritative guide provides detailed information about massage movements, pressures, rhythms, and sequences. It includes: * An introduction to equine anatomy, physiology, and kinesiology * Practical information on stretching and hydrotherapy * Four new chapters covering equine myofascial massage, Equine TMJ (temporomandibular joint) Dysfunction Syndrome, Equine Muscular Compensation Phenomenon, and saddle fitting * A conformation check-up routine * Information about areas of stress specific to each discipline and different massage techniques and routines for different situations Equine massage enhances the performance and quality of life of horses by increasing flexibility, reducing stiffness, improving attitude, and shortening recovery time from injury. In addition to its many health benefits, equine massage strengthens the bond between the horse and his owner, trainer, or groom. Using these techniques, you'll learn to "see" with your hands and sense areas that need special attention. Equine Massage, Second Edition is truly a hands-on guide to proven massage techniques that improve a horse's well-being.

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Turner Publishing Company

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ISBN 10

0470109696

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9780470109694

The Rider's Fitness Guide to a Better Seat

By: Jean-Pierre Hourdebaigt, LMT

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The Rider's Fitness Guide to a Better Seat

By: Jean-Pierre Hourdebaigt, LMT

With three full exercise routines for riders at beginner, intermediate, and advanced fitness levels, this guide helps you achieve a good basic riding position that is centered, aligned, balanced, and relaxed. There are clear explanations and photos of each exercise plus three tear-out workout guides, so you can exercise anywhere. An improved seat enhances your riding experience, helps eliminate back pain and post-riding soreness, lessens fatigue, minimizes the risk of injury, and improves your performance.

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262

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Turner Publishing Company

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0470223707

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9780470223703

Fitness Evaluation of the Horse

By: Jean-Pierre Hourdebaigt, LMT

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Fitness Evaluation of the Horse

By: Jean-Pierre Hourdebaigt, LMT

This guide helps horse owners, riders, and trainers at all levels learn how to assess any horse's fitness, strengths, and weaknesses. If you're buying a horse, this will help you pre-assess prospects before getting the complete veterinary examination. If you own a horse, these techniques will help you better understand your horse's aptitudes, customize a training program, identify signs of strain, and provide better care for your horse. Features step-by-step instructions and almost 200 photos and drawings showing the proper positioning and approach for the techniques described.

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*Howell Book House

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0470280107

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9780470280102

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Equine Massage

Equine Massage

The Rider's Fitness Guide to a Better Seat

The Rider's Fitness Guide to a Better Seat

Fitness Evaluation of the Horse

Fitness Evaluation of the Horse

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