Southern Edge Stables

To help stabilize and deepen your upper body while giving your hands a more forward tendency…

Imagine your shoulder blades in the shape of a big heart on your back. Move your shoulders slightly up, widen them and then bring them down and together. As you connect your shoulders, push your hands forward.—Susanne von Dietze

Susanne von Dietze is a leader in equestrian biomechanics. A physiotherapist, licensed instructor and judge for dressage and show jumping, she gives lectures and seminars throughout the world. She is a native of Germany and now lives in Israel, where she competes at the international level.

Illustration by Sandy Rabinowitz

Another beautiful morning on the farm!