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Backing Well Under Saddle: Jeremy LaRose on Shoulder Control, Outside Rein, and a Better Backup

Jeremy LaRose breaks down how I use shoulder control, outside rein guidance, and a soft, correct backup to improve turns, straightness, and lope transitions in reining horses.

colt starting

Colt Starting Lesson Recap: Using the Outside Strap to Improve Steering and Shoulder Control

Trainer Jeremy LaRose explains how an outside strap on the lunge line can help straighten a colt, improve shoulder control, and build better balance before problems show up under saddle.

Jeremy LaRose Jun 8 5 min read

Colt Starting Lesson Recap: Using the Outside Strap to Improve Steering and Shoulder Control