: Many people think groundwork is just lunging a horse in circles to "take the edge off". True groundwork is a dialogue where you use body language and timing to influence your horse clearly.
2. Product & Leadership Groundwork: Building Ideas That Stick
: Most ridden issues—like stiffness or a lack of focus—can be solved by establishing "relaxed impulsion" and "softness" on the ground first.
: Incorporate fun exercises like weaving through an S-shape or using ground poles as obstacles to build coordination and focus.