Rory was really stiff and locking his hocks when I got back as due to him being unsound, me being unsound (shoulder) then away he hadn't been ridden in 2 months. So the project hillwork walks began. Hes good on his own but was so naughty when out babysitting M's mare. Ive added a couple of little trots and today had a very cheeky short canter so fingers crossed we are ok.
Main focus is long and low walk up the hills then collecting into a true outline working through his back. Must admit the canter felt ace as he was soft and springy and not hollowing at all.
It is making me really sit up and ride light and tall with heels down asking him for proper collected work so we may both come out of this reschooled lol.
