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Credit: Courtesy, Beckie Samuels Beckie Samuels rides Gratitude, an 8-year-old Holsteiner mare, at Training Level.

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Credit: Courtesy, Thomas Myers The lateral lines consist of a single continuity of myofascia—a blend of muscles and tough fascial fabric—starting from the outer arch of the foot and running up the side of the leg to a wide attachment at the iliac crest. It continues up the trunk as a series of Xs crisscrossing like shoelaces up the side of the rib cage and neck to attach to the head out by the ear.

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Credit: Norma Ashton and Richard I’Anson Use of a resistance band

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Credit: © hamara Hip pain and tightness are common complaints, seeming to be more prevalent among dressage riders.

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Credit: Norma Ashton Diagonal-Line Clam Setup

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By Rebecca Ashton
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