Muscle strain in horses is the damage or breakdown of muscle and occurs most often in the large muscles of the hindlimb and back, and to a lesser extent in the neck and upper forelimb. How do you tell if Read more…
Horse Riding: 5 Benefits For Your Child’s Development Physical And Mental Health And Fitness. Life Experiences. Enhanced Social Skills. Confidence And Self-Esteem. Responsibility. What is the benefits of horse riding? A study commissioned on behalf of the British Horse Society Read more…
Horseback riding is more than just a hobby or a sport, it’s a skill, an art, that can be learned with hard work and dedication. It takes a lot of learning and practice to successfully mount and maneuver a horse. Read more…
A strong and secure lower leg is key to achieving good posture in the saddle, whatever discipline you ride. Your horse will thank you for being dedicated enough to work on your lower leg, because your aids will be clearer Read more…
You can feel all his muscles as they bunch and release. You can feel his hooves hit the ground & see the hypnotically rhythmic motion of his head, which you’re following with your hands. If you talk to him, he’ll Read more…
Popular Definition Outside the realms of the horse show world, pleasure riding refers to any type of riding you do simply for your enjoyment. Under the popular definition, pleasure riders do not chase points, trophies or championships. This term refers Read more…
Horse riding is a sport in many ways, it requires incredible core strength, stamina and strong legs. It obviously depends what discipline you are riding in such as show jumping, trail riding, dressage or a hack; all areas will require Read more…
A cold back is treatable As with everything though, prevention is better than cure, so taking good care of your horse’s back is important, and will help him stay fit and healthy and able to perform at his best. How Read more…
Symptoms of a cold backed horse Stiffness through the back during the first few minutes of walk. Refusal or reluctance to let you mount from the ground. Discomfort when girth is tightened. Reactiveness to the saddle, such as dipping or Read more…
Thousands of Mexicans take part in the “Cabalgata de Morelos”, a three-day horseback ride punctuated with rodeos, music and activities. These annual rides are among the most important cultural events in this agricultural region. Do people ride horses in Mexico? Read more…