Thanks Lyn and Two...that makes sense too. I did notice my jeans are always dirty on my calf when I ride english.

I am currently recovering from a severe neck injury. I have permission to begin getting on a horse soon, but am not allowed to lift much yet. I plan to get my old english saddle out of the attic and use that for a while. I will only be walking in the round pen doing little arm movements anyway....not "true" riding, but better than nothing!