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Top Tips for Helmet Care

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Calming a Nervous Horse with Lateral Movements

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The Value of Equine Education

  • Mar 28, 2017
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A First Look at Counter Canter

  • Mar 28, 2017
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Address Mental Stress in Horse and Rider

  • Mar 28, 2017
The stronger your base of support is, the straighter you’ll be able to carry your upper body and the softer and steadier you can be in your hands. Here, West Point Cadet Matilda Brady’s good lower-leg position is supporting her quiet upper body and hands—even without stirrups. The proof is in 26-year-old Thoroughbred/warmblood-cross Aberdeen’s relaxed, content expression.

All About That Base!

  • Mar 20, 2017
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Collegiate Eventing Comes Of Age

10-Meter Circles Deconstructed

  • Mar 20, 2017
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Tackling the ‘Hunter Puissance’

  • Mar 20, 2017

The Facts About Head Injuries

The key to riding after your horse recovers from an injury: Don’t rush! If he doesn’t seem ready to move on to more challenging work at a set benchmark, give him time rather than moving forward in his rehab.

Rehab Done Right

  • Mar 20, 2017
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Jochen Schleese Saddle Fitting Tip - Tripping, Biting, Rearing? Check the fit of your saddle.

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Beginner Tips for the Equestrian's First Trip to the Gym

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It’s Not What We Have, But What We Do With It That Counts

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Brianne Goutal's Jumping Technique Tune-Up

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Introduction: Saddle and Strength