Conformation And Performance

Education & Reference Science & Nature Sport & Recreation

Nancy S. Loving’s 1997 hardcover Conformation And Performance pairs vivid illustrations with plain-language science to show how a horse’s build predicts athletic ability. This clean, smoke-free copy is in very good condition, ready for barn, tack room, or office shelf.

Each chapter dissects key angles, muscle groups, and movement patterns, then links them to training tips for dressage, jumping, and trail work. The visuals make anatomy easy to spot, so riders, farriers, and students can judge soundness at a glance.

Ideal for young adults and adults who ride, coach, or rehab horses, this practical reference turns conformation theory into everyday performance gains without drowning readers in jargon.