It takes about 3-4 more steps before my horses stop. I think the fault must be mine. I use the Whoa command and pull back on the reins. I try to plant myself in the saddle and push my legs forward but I am usually only at a walk at the time and not moving much anyway.

what you need to do is not to pull back on the reins – just stop moving your hands so that the foreward movement is blocked, push your stomach towards your hands and stop as much movement in the hips as possible. make sure your horse is listening to you before you ask it to stop and that you have your shoulders back and heels down. it doesn't matter if it takes a few steps to start with, after practice the horse will get the idea and the halt will come quicker. hope this helps xx

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