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It really is more of a preference thing, but as a rule, it's good practice to always post during warmup. It helps loosen up your horses back muscles - going directly into a sitting jog/trot regardless of tack is asking them to use those back muscles before allowing them to limber up a bit and round.
I, personally, always post unless I'm doing something that requires a sitting trot. I rode both English and Western and it never changes. Especially in young horses, I find it allows them to balance better and move more freely until they're used to using their back muscles and understanding that a driving seat means more impulsion.
I, personally, always post unless I'm doing something that requires a sitting trot. I rode both English and Western and it never changes. Especially in young horses, I find it allows them to balance better and move more freely until they're used to using their back muscles and understanding that a driving seat means more impulsion.