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Horse Riding and Training

Saddle Seat Equitation: Form to Function

If you’ve ridden saddle seat for any length of time, you’re probably used to the regular reminders about proper equitation.…

12 years ago


Cure winter boredom with barn aisle exercises

When wintery weather sets in, many riders put a halt to all horse activities other than rudimentary care, in essence…

12 years ago

Question of the Week: Rambunctious Trail Horse

Q: My gelding is a great ride in the round pen or on a trail, but as soon as I…

12 years ago

Question of the Week: From western pleasure to jumping

Q: One of the horses I ride was professionally trained for western pleasure. Now I want to ride him English…

13 years ago

A Weekly Barrel Racing Workout is in the Can

Barrel racers know that overpracticing the pattern can sour a speed horse. But what do the pros do during the…

13 years ago

Question of the Week – Breaking in new riding boots

Q: I recently purchased a new pair of field boots. I’ve been wearing them around the house and at the…

13 years ago

A behind-the-scenes look at the America’s Favorite Trail Horse competition

There’s nothing unusual about me and my 8-year-old Morgan gelding, Majic, crossing creeks, jumping a log, picking our way up…

13 years ago

Ten facts about The Tevis Cup endurance ride

On Saturday, Oct. 8, approximately 200 riders will embark on a 100-mile ride for the Tevis Cup. Riders will attempt…

13 years ago

Horsemanship How-to: Master the Two-Point Position

English riders are introduced to the two-point position during their first few lessons. But western riders can improve their position,…

13 years ago

Horsemanship How-to: Find the Correct Western Stirrup Length

Do you ride western? Are your stirrups too long or too short? Western stirrups that are too long will undermine…

13 years ago