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Similarities Between Yoga and Horsemanship

When working with horses, do you ever notice feeling rushed or tense? Maybe you find you’re holding your breath. Or,…

1 month ago


Calm Your Horse Show Anxiety

Horse showing can be a double-edged sword. When it goes well, it’s the best; but when it goes wrong it…

3 months ago

Should You Hire a Riding Coach?

Mental skills and mental toughness are as much a part of riding as horsemanship and training. Whether you need help…

5 months ago

Preparing for Competition: Self-Reflection

The following is an excerpt from Winning with Horses, by Adam Snow and Shelley Onderdonk, DVM, about preparing for competition…

9 months ago

Visualization Skills for Riders

By using correct visualization techniques, you can improve your riding performance in the show ring without any extra miles under…

9 months ago

Your Equestrian Wellness & Fitness Journey

The start of a new year is the perfect time to reassess our wellness regimens as equestrians, as well as…

10 months ago

Improve Your Riding Through Your Everyday Life

For many of us, squeezing in riding time between work, family, home and other commitments means we may have just…

1 year ago

Calm Your Horse Show Nerves

One of the biggest challenges you can face as a rider is trying to effectively incorporate your practice sessions while…

2 years ago