When you think of martial arts, do you think of mixed-martial arts—kicking, punching, and using force to win the match—and wonder how they could ever relate to improving our horsemanship? Read on to learn more about martial arts for...
Horse Illustrated is excited to bring you the 2018 WEG Show, the premier podcast devoted to the 2018 World Equestrian Games (WEG) in Tryon, North Carolina. Tune in for an in-depth look at all the disciplines, athletes, venues and...
Read on to learn more about a horse named Fred and how he attacks the veterinarian while his pasturemate is getting his teeth removed.I’d worked with Holly before, an abrupt and unfriendly woman in her 40s. I always had...
Like most of you, I love horses. I love all things associated with horses. I love the barn in a deep, quasi-spiritual way. The concept of “forest bathing”—soaking in the sights, sounds, and smells of the outdoors with positive...
Back pain among horseback riders is not uncommon. Read on to learn more about how to control back pain in horseback riders.I never should have stretched those extra few inches, reaching to hang my new floor-length curtain panel. Three...
Nothing could be better than a ride through the countryside on a trusty trail horse. How about a glass of wine along the way or at the end of the day? Read on to learn more about trail riding...
Read on to learn how a horse vet was able to prove an incorrect diagnosis on a horse's hoof and how they were able to save the horse from being put down.I looked up from my X-ray images on...
Read on to learn more about the green-eyed monster and how it can lead to jealous horse riders.I am a deeply envious person. It’s a terrible trait. I complained internally for years that I’d never be able to lease...
For all equestrians, the strength of our core is very important. Read on to learn more about how a horse rider can work on getting a stronger core. Below there are also some core exercises that are easy to...
There’s something about horse people and their dogs. Walk into the aisle of most barns and you’re probably going to find a dog or two accompanying the day-to-day routine of horse life.But it’s a relationship that doesn’t always work—you...
