How I did it: Couldn't convince my husband to let me have a go, so when I was on holidays alone with my sister in the Philippines, we managed to arrange horse riding up in the Baguio mountains, it's a beautiful way to enjoy both nature's landscapes and love for animals. I found it difficult to discipline my horse though, I didn't understand why I have to kick him in the belly for him to go faster, and I think my horse intuitively guessed I wasn't very sure of what I was doing and took advantage of it *sigh* by groaning and being stubborn. I didn't fall off though, and I had some very helpful professionals with me who made sure no harm came to me or the horse!

Lessons & tips: Keep it cool and don't be afraid to be underambitious in your first riding sessions. Try to take lessons in a reputable place where you know your security and the horse's wellbeing is the priority.

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Sep 21, 2009, 10:16AM PDT | 0 comments | 3 cheers