To create a better connection from the horse's hind legs to the rider's hands...

The article focuses on the importance of imagery and visualization in equestrian training, as emphasized by Jackie Kinney, a seasoned Grand Prix rider with 50 years of experience. Kinney describes the connection between a horse's hind legs and the rider's hands, using the metaphor of "broomsticks" to illustrate how this energy facilitates better control of the horse's neck position. She is a Graduate A Pony Clubber and holds USDF Bronze, Silver, and Gold medals, operating Horses in Harmony Farm in Preston, Maryland, and Vero Beach, Florida. Extracted from the article