Editors of Practical Horseman

Learn these skills at home to help achieve a winning performance in the under-saddle class, plus tips to compile a record book for your horse’s health

Get the inside scoop on Practical Horseman’s latest podcast with legendary show jumper and top trainer Katie Monahan Prudent.

Use natural horsemanship groundwork techniques to develop a stronger bond with your horse, plus updated designs and fabrics for show coats.

Learn how to lengthen your horse’s trot stride, plus all about the importance of amino acids.

Rules, FAQs and how to enter Practical Horseman's virtual horse show

In the latest Practical Horseman Podcast, top hunter rider John French shares how his new partnership with Kent Farrington is working, his favorite training exercises and how he handles competition nerves.

An eventer’s guide to clear show-jumping rounds, plus banish imbalances in your horse’s mouth

4 Exercises to keep your older horse fit, plus advice to treat underslung heels.

Improve your horse’s hunter form, plus 10 strategies to promote hoof health.

Eventer Sharon White shares how being a leader for your horse will improve your confidence. Also, a top vet shares the pros and cons of riding on firm footing.

Two questions covered in this month’s Practical Horseman Extra: Whether to sit or post the trot in a lower-level eventing dressage test and whether to put shoes on your horse or let him go barefoot.

Frank Madden shares an exercise to improve your horse’s rideability • Master a beautiful braid job

Top hunter rider Kristy Herrera explains how to build a mental speedometer to find better distances. BONUS: An emergency action plan to help get through a critical situation until the vet arrives

An Olympic eventer helps you prepare your horse for this cross-country question. BONUS: Tips to teach your young horse to stand calmly in cross-ties.

This Olympic dressage rider explains how to build trust for your horse’s mind and balance for his body. BONUS: Understand the most common issues facing senior equines.

The Olympic eventer works with riders to focus on rhythm, balance and position. BONUS: Tips to adjust your horse’s routine in variable weather to avoid colic.

Geoff Teall shares 5 exercises to guide your horse to the ideal takeoff spot. BONUS: Create a well-stocked equine emergency first-aid kit.

A better relationship with your horse on the ground translates into a better ride. BONUS: Advice to improve your horse’s fitness and health.

A three-step plan to successfully introduce this cross-country obstacle to your horse. BONUS: Advice to recognize the signs of ulcers, treat the symptoms and keep this problem from recurring.

A five-star rider explains her key to success—riding in balance. BONUS: Advice to manage joint disease to keep your horse moving freely.

Riders share what they consider first when buying or leasing a new partner.

Make your horse look like a million bucks with this clipper touchup to his bridlepath and 10 safe clipping tips.

Use these tips to apply your horse's fly spray (and other insect repellent formulas) for maximum effectiveness.