Jumping is an exercise which when properly undertaken is most instructive and productive of good results to both man and horse.
Mechanism of the Jump for Height.
(Jumping from the Gallop Left.)
1. As the left fore foot is about to leave the ground, just before the moment of suspension of the gallop, the leg, especially the fetlock joint, is straightened.
2. The head and neck are elevated.
The above movement raises the forehand.
3. Just as the left foot is raised the two hind legs are brought up to a place on the ground about where the left fore foot was.
4. The hind legs are straightened out.
Due to the last movement, the horse completely leaves the ground and takes the obstacle, with fore and hind legs bent.