Why Ground Poles??

Reasons to Incorporate Ground Poles into Your Horse's Training Regimen

• They can assist in correcting various gait irregularities or movement issues resulting from tension, misalignment, and weak muscle patterns.

• They require the horse to maintain a sequential stride and establish a consistent rhythm in all gaits.

• Engaging in pole work encourages the horse to push equally from its hind end, thereby correcting imbalances and enhancing its strength.

• Pole work helps the horse to be straight and have symmetry through their core and spinal joints.

WALKING OVER POLES

• Walking over a raised pole enhances the horse's core strength, promotes joint flexion, and aids in the recovery from sacroiliac pain, back injuries, and stiffness.

  
  

Trotting over Poles

• Contributes to the overall strengthening of the horse, enhancing the development of back muscles, quads, and pelvic stability, while also fortifying the stabilizing spinal muscles.

Cantering over poles

• Tones the thoracic sling, loosens the shoulders as the body rocks between the forehand and hindquarters, and helps lift up the back. Also helps the back extend and flex to carry a rider better.

All you require are six poles that are lightweight and easy to handle. Four by four cedar poles from the garden section are a good option. Keep some readily available so that incorporating pole work into your workout is quick and effortless. The benefits of pole work wether you are riding or doing ground work is essential.