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take the weight of the body upon the 

 arms until the fork is level with the with- 

 ers of the horse, resting a moment in this 

 position. 



Carry the right leg over, and sink 

 quietly into the saddle. 



Release the holds upon the mane and 

 the pommel. 



To those who have never tried it, this 

 movement appears to be difficult. It is, 

 in fact, very easy, and should be accom- 

 plished after a few trials by any one who 

 is active enough to undertake riding. It 

 should be performed at the walk, at the 

 trot, and at the gallop. At the gallop care 

 must be taken not to carry the body over 

 too much in putting the right leg across 

 the horse, nor need the body be carried ^o 

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