Sporthorse Stars: Private Practice
An inside look at the care and management of one of Tori Colvin's top hunters, Private Practice
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Want to ride a SMOOTHER hunter round? Make a WINNING jump-off turn? Sit the trot BETTER? Rate your eventer’s cross-country speed ACCURATELY? Ensure your horse’s HEALTH? Practical Horseman magazine is the go-to source for information on riding and training, horse care and stable management to keep you and your horse happy, confident and healthy. We are your link to the top hunter, jumper, eventing and dressage trainers and veterinarians in the sport.
Straightness for Jumpers
Improve your horse’s power and technique over fences by straightening his body.
Exercise Intolerance
Identifying potential causes of a horse’s lack of exercise tolerance and exploring treatment options
Top Show Jumpers Flocking to Thunderbird
Find out why show jumpers from all over the world are headed to the Thunderbird Show Park in Langley, British Columbia, for the inaugural event of this season's Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ North American League.
Historic Win for Colvin in the Platinum Performance/USHJA International Hunter Derby Championships
Victoria Colvin Makes History with El Primero as Three-time Platinum Performance/USHJA International Hunter Derby Champion
The Practical Horseman Podcast: Kevin Babington
Get the inside scoop on Practical Horseman’s latest podcast with top Irish show jumper Kevin Babington.
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Life After the Mongol Derby
As the 2019 Mongol Derby is coming to a close, riders may be wondering what comes next?
Where Real Dressage Begins: Shoulder-In
Shoulder-in seems like a simple movement, but to this Grand Prix rider and trainer, it is the first real test of collection and engagement.
Jumping Clinic with Beezie Madden
Top jumper rider and trainer Beezie Madden critiques a rider's position
Jumping Clinic with Beezie Madden
Top jumper rider Beezie Madden critiques a rider's position.
An Open Letter to the 2019 Mongol Derby Competitors
One year after completing the longest, toughest horse race in the world, Practical Horseman’s Managing Editor Jocelyn Pierce offers advice for future derbyists.
George Morris Faces Ban
SafeSport accusations from more than four decades ago levied against top trainer.
When the Best Riders Meet Great Course Design
Jim Wofford explores how Derek di Grazia, designer of the Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event cross-country course, still stays a step ahead of elite competitors
Practical Horseman Podcast: Matt Brown
In this week's Practical Horseman Podcast, get to know top event rider Matt Brown. Learn about his unique background, training philosophies, top horses and find out how he overcomes challenges to stay focused on his goals.
Horse Show Safety
Understanding the different kinds of medical coverage a show provides can help you make informed decisions about where to show...and the types of risks involved.
Hunter Riders: Equitation Counts!
Top hunter rider and trainer Sandy Ferrell shares exercises to fix your position and help you ride more efficiently.
Dancing Their Way to the Top
Cornelia Dorr's talented off-the-track Thoroughbred Brush Dance wowed the judges at a recent USEA Young Event Horse class, nearly earning a perfect score.
Learning from the Leaders
The four official U.S. dressage trainers take the stage at the USDF Trainers Conference.
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