As a longtime horsewoman, yogi, and author of Yoga for Riders, I believe that yoga should be accessible to everybody regardless of age, fitness level, or experience. This includes equestrians, who can benefit from yoga postures. Through yoga, we...
If you’re anything like me, you grew up with Marguerite Henry’s beloved Misty of Chincoteague books. As a young girl, I would often find myself lost in the pages, imagining the joy of being part of the Chincoteague Pony...
Bubbly and full of infectious energy, Lily Voss is unabashedly a horse girl. After an accident as a teenager required her arm to be amputated, she could have hung up her spurs forever. But that’s not Lily’s style. She...
We’ve all seen—and laughed at—the equestrians memes that poke fun at our lack of money. Our horse goes to the vet while we can’t afford to go to the doctor. Our bodies are broken and yet we still ride....
Welcome to Barn Banter, the official podcast of Horse Illustrated. In Barn Banter episode 33, hosts Susan Friedland and Horse Illustrated Editor In Chief Holly Caccamise chat with Sarah Boudreau, a writer, artist, and Chincoteague Pony enthusiast.To end the episode,...
In a search for their roots, South Korean equestrians are reviving the 230-year-old sport of horseback archery.
Park Sung Min clicks her tongue and motivates her horse to run even faster. He breaks into a fast gallop, and Park Sung...
Spend time watching any herd of horses, and you’ll notice there’s always one that stands out: the boss mare. Her leadership role is unmistakable, a symbol of determination and resilience.
The boss mare’s independence and leadership are what inspired a...
Galloping along a sandy shore with the sound of hoofbeats and foamy waves crashing on the surf is a dream for most equestrians. While there are many opportunities to ride rental horses at tropical vacation destinations, riding your...
Welcome to Barn Banter, the official podcast of Horse Illustrated. In Barn Banter episode 32, hosts Susan Friedland and Horse Illustrated Editor In Chief Holly Caccamise chat with David O'Connor, Olympic gold medalist and US Equestrian Chief of Sport.To end...
A horse looking for a companion and a donkey looking for a home cross paths after a long and winding tale.
The beginning of Goobie’s adoption story is unfortunately not unusual. But for Goobie’s sake, thankfully it has a happy...
