The next exercise is the—
Leg Spring.
Stand in front of the horse, hands on pommels, then spring up into the saddle into a kneeling position (as in [Fig. 53]). Then, throwing the arms up, give a good spring forward, alighting on your feet the other side ([Fig. 54]). You will feel rather awkward at first in attempting the spring, as the legs seem to be glued to the saddle, but it is very easy after having once been accomplished.
Fig. 53
Fig. 54
Horse Jumping.
Jumping exercises on the horse, when neatly performed, are very effective.
