I'm looking for some advice in showing. Me and my gelding are competing in the biggest competition in showing in our town. I've competed there once before about 4 years ago but never on this horse.

I'm in need of some advice for the prep leading up to it and for tips while in the ring itself.

A little about my horse:

• He's a 10 year old
• Stands at about 17.2hh
• Thoroughbred
• He has experiance competing in dressage up to Prelim but never showing
• He has massive trot strides
• Good in frame

A little about me:

• I've been riding for 5 years
• This will be my second time competing in showing
• I struggle with rising erratically in trot
• My saddle pushes my lower leg forward
• I struggle with anxiety while competing

My horse, Prince, is busy recovering from a hoof injury and hasn't been ridden for 2 weeks. Hopefully he can be brought back into work next week.

Some of the questions i have are:

"What are the judges looking for"

"What can i do for my lower leg"

"How do i keep him and myself calm"

etc.

Anything at all is appreaciated <3