Horseback Riding
Japanese Name:
乗馬
Romaji Name:
jouba
Description
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Horseback riding means riding a horse for fun, work, or sport.
Riders sit on a saddle and use reins to guide the horse.
It helps improve balance, coordination, and fitness.
There are different styles, like English and Western riding.
People ride horses for racing, jumping, trail riding, and more.
It can be relaxing or very competitive, depending on the activity.
Good communication between rider and horse is very important.
Horseback riding is enjoyed all over the world.
History
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Humans first tamed horses around 4000 BCE.
Riding horses changed travel, farming, and warfare forever.
Ancient armies relied on cavalry for battles and defense.
Horses were also used for transportation and work.
Riding became a sport in ancient Greece and Rome.
In the 19th century, horses were gradually replaced by machines.
Still, horseback riding remained popular as a hobby and sport.
Today, it is both a competitive sport and a leisure activity worldwide.