Fight Arthritis at Every Age

…people, but it’s analogous to a growing teenager—they often go through lanky stages before they are physically mature. It’s not what our eye is accustomed to, but it’s healthy.” Don’t…

Starting the Older Horse

…that horse has no or very limited experience under saddle. There are, however, a few things to keep in mind. First, make sure that your horse will be physically capable…

Fitness Secrets of the Stars

…to tone and strengthen their upper bodies. As a judge, I know that someone who’s physically fit-an athlete-always catches your attention. And I insist that my novice riders stretch before…

15 Pointers for a Healthier Horse

…move, standing in a stall 24/7 doesn’t cut it,” says veterinarian and applied animal behaviorist Bonnie Beaver of Texas A&M University. Physically, different types of movement–meandering around the pasture, bursts…

A Milestone, I Hope

…also decided then to aim her for Shepherd Ranch, because it’s a smaller and quieter event. I’ve seen her mature physically and felt her steadily mature mentally since then, as…