Change the Posture, Change the Horse
4 Easy Tips for Improving His Balance Depending on where you live, winter often means spending less time in the saddle. But it doesn’t mean…
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Functional Conformation
We often think conformation is genetic, but did you know environmental factors can also play a role? Many people look for a horse that has…
How to teach your horse self-carriage
Developing self-carriage at the most basic level will help your horse maintain it through more advanced movements. When a horse is balanced and maintaining himself…
Correcting your horse’s muscle imbalances
Detecting and correcting muscle imbalances is integral to injury prevention. “Balance” is a hot topic in the equine world. We have balanced riding, balanced nutrition,…
Back exercises for riders
Does your back ache after riding? Here is a method that can help. Back pain and discomfort isn’t uncommon in riders. If you find your…
Improve your riding with the Feldenkrais Method®
Improve your posture and performance in and out of the saddle with the Feldenkrais Method®. “But it’s my horse who has the back problem, not…
Equine Positional Release (EPR)
Sustainability and self-correction for horse and rider — Equine Positional Release (EPR) in action. I have had the good fortune to live in a culture…
Symptomatic Lameness From The Saddle
Occasional irreparable damage may be caused by a badly fitting saddle. We have discussed several aspects of a badly fitting saddle. These include incorrectly faced…
TTouch 101
These simple Tellington TTouch tips can be added to any rehabilitation program! TTouch for Rehabilitation You can achieve a great feeling of empowerment when you…
Saddle Tips For Women
Five saddle fit keys to comfort for female riders. We all know that women and men have different builds. But the challenges faced by many…
Herd Bound Behavior – Part 2
Herd bound behavior is a common and challenging issue. But increasing your awareness of herd dynamics and developing a more effective leadership role can help…
Yoga For Equestrians
An introduction excerpted from Yoga for Equestrians by Linda Benedik and Veronica Wirth. Horses worldwide speak a common language that is clear, uncomplicated, direct and…
