Angie Meadors breaks down how she approaches the first barrel and why the right angle can make the turn easier for your horse. She demonstrates how she gathers a horse leaving the alley, establishes the correct lead and uses her seat and feet to maintain forward motion through the turn. Working with a mare that naturally wants to turn too quickly, Angie also shows how she keeps the ribs soft and rounded, asks for an extra step on the backside and keeps her slow work consistent with the position she wants when it's time to add speed.