“I found out much later on that Pat told my mom that she thought I wasn’t going to stick with horses for very long. Boys would come along and I’d get tired of the horses and move on with my life and all of this wouldn’t have to be a bother to her… I guess Pat was wrong. Sorry mom.” (more…)
These fitness tips were offered up on our sister site, Eventing Nation. But this is one exercise that is good for all riders not just event riders. So start lunging and improve your strength and position! (more…)
On Mythbuster Monday, we tackle a variety of equestrian myths to either bust or confirm. Today’s discussion: Is sweet feed a good option for feeding horses?
Here at Horse Nation, we’re always thrilled to see our sponsors represented at major events, and the ECCO FEI World Championships are no exception. Longtime sponsor Haygain is well represented at the World Championships. (more…)
“Regardless of the horse, it seems that I have numerous habits that provide endless opportunities for improvement. And as in life, it’s one thing to recognize the problem, it’s another to do something about it. Fixing is hard!” (more…)
“I have had Isadore for two and a half years now. We have tried every discipline possible and he never seemed to truly excel at anything. It was frustrating! I have the experience needed to set him in the right direction. I have worked with park horses, jumpers, dressage horses, western pleasure horses. You name it, I’ve ridden it. What direction do you want to go, buddy? What is it you want to do?”
“Being the savvy horse shopper I am, I coached my girls not to act too excited. I didn’t want to give the seller any ammunition… I was dumb enough to think they would be the problem.”
“From broken truck to broken foot to broken heart, it’s been one hell of a month on my mental and financial stability. I’ve been so fortunate to have some of the greatest people surrounding me, helping me get through the tough times.”
“I learned how to get creative, how to find unique shots, and how to capture emotion in a single moment. I also learned patience by dealing with light changes, horses that seem to always be in motion, and the fact that horses never quite pose the way you’re hoping they will. I also discovered that those unexpected poses are often the best.” (more…)
“One trick to showing and enjoying it — and therefore a trick to owning, loving, and competing your Thoroughbred (or really any horse for that matter) is to keep the bar low and set your hopes high… and then adjust up or down as you go.” (more…)
“One can only flail for so long though. Endless rounds of shoveling, ice breaking, barn cleaning for ungrateful wretches my beloved equines take their toll. Books remain unread and cookies are not made.” (more…)
