TOP TIPS

■ If you ever find that your horse isn’t understanding what■ If your horse is struggling, it’s worth checking that he’s OK. These are difficult exercises, but he shouldn’t struggle to do them. If there is a physical problem of some kind, your horse won’t be able to carry out the exercises, or will find it painful to do so.■ If you don’t have any decent hills nearby to hack up, consider hiring your local gallops for an hour and enjoy a spin with a friend.