**Note: I had some audio issues due to a flock of unruly geese flying overhead throughout the video. If you're having trouble hearing what I'm saying please turn on closed captions.

Here are some of my favorite exercises you can try from the ground to help your horse build core strength and topline. If you're having trouble with the audio on this video, please turn on closed captions.

I have used these exercises on my horse, Cheddar who has a mild case of kissing spines, and my horse Cricket who has chronically weak stifles.

Check out each section for a description of each exercise:
0:40 Walking over poles
1:47 Backing in hand
2:15 Lunging exercises
2:51 Hacking
3:12 Other tips

Some other videos you might find useful for more indepth tutorials:
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How I lunge my horses:    • How I lunge my horses