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Posting is more about proper technique than anything else. Posting is 
more about a consistent rhythm with the horse than anything else. Many 
years ago I went to a good trainer - ex Grand Prix eventer. She was 
teaching both myself and my horse to jump. What I came away with was an 
understanding of the proper balance of riding and a an effortless post. 
I have a few years on me - have a bum knee and a bum ankle on the other 
leg but can post for miles on end simply because it is the horse that is 
doing the work on the post - not me.

Part of the posting equation is the horse. You need a horse you can 
synchronize with. You need a horse whose trot is a resonance for you. 
With proper technique and the proper horse - posting is almost 
effortless on the rider.

The best place to learn these things if you don't know them is with a 
good instructor. Personally I prefer instructors that have eventing 
experience who have to use dressage to get the best out of their horses 
rather than someone who only does dressage - but a good dressage 
instructor that understands this concept will also work.

Truman
> So obviously, This is a topic that MANY endurance riders are 
> interested in. And many can find useful on the trail. Since we can't 
> depend on being physically ABLE to post for extended periods of time.
> - LP


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