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Horse Speeds Up As Contact Is Released
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Why does my horse speed up when I release contact?
Horse Speeds Up As Contact Is Released
If your horse speeds up as you release the contact, first make sure that:
you are not increasing your leg pressure (by getting strong on your grip).
Work on 2 Pt. Position, and Upper Body Strength and independence.
