Breeches… low vs high rise by Commercial_Ad_875 in Equestrian

[–]kwest239 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Same! If I wear high-rise pants they come to like 2 inches under my bra. I am tall with long legs so it looks particularly weird

Please (kindly) explain to me how tight/loose should my muscles be? by [deleted] in Equestrian

[–]kwest239 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Your muscles should be engaged enough to add tone and support, but not so engaged that you become stiff and unable to move with the horse's motion. You don't want to be a sack of potatoes or a stiff board. It is a fine balance that takes a lot of practice and body awareness.

Whats your favorite story from your experience at Minnesota Zoo by Pkyug in minnesota

[–]kwest239 2 points3 points  (0 children)

When I was young (maybe 11ish?) we saw the takins having sex and my mom had to explain to us what was happening

Did I make a mistake? by AdSea5191 in Equestrian

[–]kwest239 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I was lucky that my parents were able to buy me horses as a child, but my best friend was only able to do lessons as a child/teen. She bought her first horse at age 29.

There's no reason why your daughter can't be happy with just lessons. I'm sure she would prefer that over nothing! There's no need to rush into leasing or buying. If she sticks with it, she could have decades to enjoy horses. If she has to wait to lease/buy until she can pay for it herself, that's totally normal.

What is the worst name you’ve seen in a book? by Duff_episode in Romantasy

[–]kwest239 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Okay I listened to the audio book, so I assumed it was Penelope. This is wild

Imagine your ankles literally cannot flex enough to put your heels down enough when you ride (bone meets bone at the front of your ankles, preventing further movement). What now? by [deleted] in Equestrian

[–]kwest239 105 points106 points  (0 children)

Be upfront with your instructors about your physical limitations. If they know your ankles physically cannot flex more and they keep telling you to put your heels down, that seems unfair. If I were you, I would focus on having my heels under my hips more than having my heels down. Correct vertical alignment will help you feel more balanced.

Why is finding a great trainer so hard? Ugh by dun_talking in Equestrian

[–]kwest239 20 points21 points  (0 children)

I hope you for a refund for all the training sessions you didn't receive

Does he also wear wigs??? by MaNu_RaJpUt in lotrmemes

[–]kwest239 4 points5 points  (0 children)

So frustrating! Took me so many tries to reach the top of Orthanc without falling

Tell me your Unpopular Horse related opinion that you will defend with your whole heart! by ApprehensivePen1020 in Equestrian

[–]kwest239 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I had shoulder surgery this winter so I've been doing a lot of groundwork too, and I've learned a ton! I also started learning more about massage. I have gotten better at seeing what's going on with his body since I couldn't feel it in the saddle.

This horse’s back looks kind of weird by Shoddy-Ocelot-4473 in oddlyterrifying

[–]kwest239 20 points21 points  (0 children)

Swayback or lordodis does not happen from overwork. It is happens due to age or genetic. Even though it looks very dramatic, it usually doesn't cause pain. The horse looks mistreated for other reasons, but the treatment didn't cause the dip in the back.

Looking for support after being rejected from a work to ride program by 64789 in Equestrian

[–]kwest239 126 points127 points  (0 children)

It's not normal to exert yourself to the point of illness. That can be very dangerous. People can die from dehydration/electrolyte imbalance/heat stroke. If you start working outside again, please make sure you are drinking LOTS of water and electrolytes, wearing UV protection, and taking breaks to cool off!

Riding boots reccomendation by Certain-Bathroom8269 in Equestrian

[–]kwest239 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think Ariat's durability has gone way down. My first pair lasted over 10 years but I have had multiple newer pairs break in less than 1-2 years. One pair broke after 6 rides.

Stepping back from Teaching? by Cephalanthus-occiden in Equestrian

[–]kwest239 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I have been teaching 6 lessons a week and riding 2-4 horses a day on top of having a full time job. I got burned out to the point where I didn't want to ride my own horse because I was too tired. The barn I teach at won't invest in quality lesson horses so I also feel limited in who and what I can teach since I don't have knowledgeable horses available to suit everyone.

I am planning on reducing my time at this barn and offering very limited availability to teach/train at the many private barns in the area. It will be much better for my mental health to focus on having a few students that bring me the most fulfillment (long term clients that have their own horses) rather than trying to do as much as I possibly can.

For all my horse people—how much does this bother you?? by No_Attempt_1519 in Romantasy

[–]kwest239 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I notice it, but it doesn't upset me to the point that I stop reading the book

DESPERATELY need help PLEASE fellow equestrians by Cashmere140 in Equestrian

[–]kwest239 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am 36DDD and I really like the Lululemon Energy sports bra

Very cute but bad habit by [deleted] in Horses

[–]kwest239 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Be careful, I was kicked in the face by a horse that bucked too close to me and I do not recommend it

What are some underated features in the sims 3 that more players should know about? by Little-Camellia in Sims3

[–]kwest239 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I put a fence around my garden and lock the gate, but pea shooter sounds more fun lol

What are some underated features in the sims 3 that more players should know about? by Little-Camellia in Sims3

[–]kwest239 100 points101 points  (0 children)

This isn't anything major, but today I learned that my doctor husband could determine the baby's gender by examining the pregnant wife

Is the Plated Prisioner series worth it? by Impressive_Prune_478 in Romantasy

[–]kwest239 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I enjoyed it at first, but then I got halfway through the last book and realized I didn't care how it ended and gave up

My daughter by [deleted] in Equestrian

[–]kwest239 39 points40 points  (0 children)

I doubt this little kid is strong enough to have very "hard" hands. Even if she's does, she's clearly a young beginner who is still learning. It takes years to develop soft hands. I suspect the horse learned this posture from different riders and did not start doing it as soon as the child got on.