Horseback riding is very pleasant but its important to take safety measures so you and your horse will be protected from injury. One of the things you should do when you ride a horse is wear a helmet. A helmet should fit correctly so it will stay on your head if you would fall. Equestrian helmets are specifically made to protect the back of your head. Make sure your helmet meets appropriate safety standards and is ASTM/SEI certified. The chance of head injury is much lower when you wear a proper helmet.

It is imperative that you wear the right shoes on your feet when horseback riding. Sneakers, tennis shoes, sandals, or barefoot, are no way to go when it's time to ride your horse. You need a good sturdy boot or shoe with a heel. This will keep your feet from sliding around in the stirrups and will help you be able to move your foot around in the event of an accident.

Saddling your horse properly is another thing that you must know in order to avoid injury to you and your horse. Protect your horse's back first by putting a saddle pad on first. Be certain that is covers the majority of your horse's back, especially the part you will be riding on. Then place the saddle gently on the horse's back. Make sure that is centered on the horse's spine and that you do not let the buckles hit the horse's legs as this may cause him to kick or run away. Make sure that your horse is comfortable with the position of the saddle before fastening the saddle to him. Fasten safely and securely to the horse so that it isn't too tight, but that it isn't going to move.

Lots of accidents happen at the mounting and dismounting of a horse. Therefore, it is important that you are very careful when getting on and off of your horse. Using a mounting block can help you a lot. It can help you to get your balance and decreases the distance between the ground and the top of the horse, making it easier for you to get on. It also puts less pressure on the horse's back, making the mounting process much easier for him as well.

Have fun and ride safe. Follow these tips for riding your horse, and you will definitley decrease your chances of a horse riding accident.

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