For many equine enthusiasts, there's nothing more beautiful than art depicting our favorite animal, the elegant, powerful, and noble horse. Donna Bernstein and David McEwen are two talented equestrian artists who manage to passionately capture the spirit of the...
Embed from Getty ImagesThe Kentucky Derby has been run continuously since its inception in 1875, and in the years since then, few horses have ever entered the "Run for the Roses” with a more decorated record than Nyquist. The...
Last week, we watched Germany’s Michael Jung ride his mare, Fischerrocana FST to the pair’s second consecutive victory at the Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event. But that big win was more than a standalone triumph for Jung, who flew back...
Many horse lovers dream of someday having a child who will share that natural love for all things equestrian.
Lynette Erchul and her daughter Ellen of Minnesota are living this dream. Now 18, Ellen has been riding since she was...
Q: My trainer explains the half-halt as pulling and pushing at the same time, but it’s still a mystery to me. Can you explain the mechanics of the half-halt?
A: In its rawest form (meaning without balance or technique), the...
Would you like to participate in a horse show, but you can’t—or don’t want to—ride your horse? Maybe you have a physical condition or injury that currently prevents you from riding, or maybe you have a small pony or...
On May 7th, sports fans across the country and throughout the world will turn their attention to Churchill Downs racetrack in Louisville, Kentucky, where the 142nd running of the Kentucky Derby will be held. With twenty talented three-year-old Thoroughbreds...
Riders often cite fun and relaxation among the reasons they ride horses, and on the good days, there is no better way to unwind than time in the saddle. However, there is always an element of danger in equestrian...
After months of work, your trainer thinks you're ready to compete in a horse show at a nearby equestrian center. But thanks to a combination of performance anxiety and fear of riding away from home you're not sure you...
Embed from Getty ImagesEvery spring, horse racing fans turn their attention to Churchill Downs, where the prestigious Kentucky Derby will be held on the first Saturday in May. But while the Derby draws most of the attention, Churchill Downs...
