Loose dog or horse — when should you stop your round or test and do you get penalised?
We find out where you stand with the rules of the three main governing bodies should a loose dog or horse interrupt competition
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Learn from the best: William Fox-Pitt’s top tips for eventing success
The former eventing world number one shares his expertise, giving insights into his training methods as well as offering advice to help you secure those vital extra marks in competition...
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4 exercises to help improve your horse’s core strength
Functional anatomist and biomechanist, Gillian Higgins from Horses Inside Out, shares some of the best exercises to help strengthen these all important muscles
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3 polework exercises that could help give you the edge
We explain some of the best trotting pole exercises as taught to us by the experts
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Library image. Concussion in horse riders — how to recognise it
Whether you’re a rider, instructor or have a child who rides, do you know how to recognise concussion?
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Credit: Peter Nixon 6 ways positive psychology can make you a better rider
Professor Tony Ghaye discusses the ways in which positive psychology can impact riders and improve their standard of performance
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4 exercises to help you ride better lines when jumping
Check out these useful exercises from a top eventing coach
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7 tips for fitting your horse’s girth correctly
The girth just holds your saddle on, right? Actually, choosing and fitting a girth requires as much careful consideration as the rest of your tack...
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Individual versus group turnout: what’s the verdict?
Whatever your preference or circumstances regarding turnout, it is important to look at your horse as an individual and make the decision based on what is right — and works — for them
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8 things you need to look out for at the Liverpool International Horse Show
The four-day show has six sessions, including one on New Year’s Eve, and combines top class sport with live music and spectacular family entertainment
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Credit: Reader 5 festive horsey films you need to settle down with this Christmas
Kick back, relax and enjoy these festive equestrian movies this Christmas time
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Credit: Trevor Meeks 12 things you really need to know before heading to Olympia
Here’s a few things you need to check out before you head to this festive equestrian bonanza...
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Credit: Reader 9 horsey Christmas jumpers you need in your life
Christmas jumpers don’t need to be limited to various images of Father Christmas, reindeer or snowmen. We have hunted out the best equine ones on the market this season
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Credit: ALL RIGHTS IPC MEDIA #NoStirrupsNovember: 6 exercises to help you nail it
Need inspiration for #NoStirrupsNovember? We are here to help...
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Credit: ALL RIGHTS IPC MEDIA It’s #NoStirrupsNovember — 11 tips to make riding without stirrups easier
Fancy joining the #NoStirrupsNovember movement this month? Here are our top tips for making riding without stirrups that little bit easier…
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What should you do with your horse the day before an event? H&H explains…
Have you given any thought to what you will do with your horse the day before the event? Should you be running through your dressage test, popping him over some jumps or giving him a day off? We talk to some top riders and trainers to find out what the ideal preparation should be.
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Arena surfaces: which is the right one for you and your horse?
We take a look at the types of arena surfaces available and which could suit your needs the best
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Contact lenses or glasses: what are the pros and cons of wearing them when riding?
We take a look at the advantages and disadvantages to wearing contact lenses or glasses when riding
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8 ways to build your confidence ASAP
Camilla Henderson and Zoe Taylor reveal eight ways in which you can build and improve your confidence
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Credit: Peter Nixon 7 ways to combat negative thoughts when it comes to your riding
While we can control how much money and time we spend on fitness, training and equipment, what do you do as a rider when your mindset starts to fail you and negative thinking sets in?
