Trotting in the arena

 Goal(s) :

Conduct a progressive and balanced session by working on cardio and transitions.

 Process :

1. Warm-up at walk (7 to 10 min)
0 min on a loose rein, to properly warm up and encourage stretching
-5 min of more active walking, with changes of bend on large curves

2. Work at trot (20 min)

Option 1: 10 minutes on each rein
70 Allows for good work on symmetry and stability before changing rein
74 Can be a bit monotonous and may favor imbalance if one rein is stronger than the other

Option 2: Regular variation
70 Alternating every 2 to 5 minutes helps maintain balanced work and prevents asymmetric fatigue
74 Requires more transitions and precision in time management

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Best option for a young horse: vary every 5 minutes. This keeps Jackpot's attention while balancing the work.

Example:
 min on the left rein
 min on the right rein
 min on the left rein with variations in stride length
 min on the right rein with close transitions

3. Canter (3 min on each rein)

min to settle: precise and smooth transitions
 min of regular canter on a large circle or the track
 Change rein and repeat the same work

4. Cool down (5 to 10 min of walk)

Loose rein to fully relax.

 Difficulties :

Keeping a horse energetic and straight.