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Pharlo

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8. To make it look this effortless requires a LOT of physical

Reply to broiles (Reply #2)

Thu Aug 5, 2021, 10:24 AM

Aug 2021

ability from the rider. It is a very physically demanding skill that takes years to develop. It does not look like the rider is even moving, but all leads for the horse's movement is coming from a physical cue from the rider. Leg strength is as important for a rider in this sport as it is in a lot of other Olympic sports - and more than in some others. These riders 'just sitting there' are exerting a good amount of physical effort.

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