Rider Health

College student and equestrian Mackenzie Drazan has launched two organizations to serve as resources for those struggling with mental-health issues.

Jim advices riders not to overlook this essential in preparing for your new competitive season.

Research shows that therapeutic riding can bring relief to military veterans suffering from combat-induced post-traumatic stress disorder.

Mental skills coach Tonya Johnston explains that great show days take preparation, inspiration and focus and shares top hunter pro Liza Boyd's personal strategy.

Whether you ride for pleasure or the thrill of competition, setting realistic goals can increase your enjoyment of the time you spend in the saddle.

Multisport research on brain injuries gives riders all the more reason to wear a certified helmet.

Follow these tips to keep you and your horse safe at the in-gate at horse shows.

New research is showing that eventers may want to tweak their horse's conditioning routines, based on heart-rate data.

For when—not if—you fall off your horse, here’s how to make the best of it.

A new study indicates that horses apparently don't care which gender is in the saddle.

Practical Horseman readers confess the horse-care faux pas that taught them valuable lessons.

Learn what to do?and what NOT to do?with unused medications.

A study shows that stacking two anti-inflammatories is no more effective at easing lameness in horses than giving just one NSAID.

If you compete in rated shows, here's what you need to know to keep your horse healthy and maintain a level playing field.

Help your horse feel as good at the end of cross country as he does at the beginning with a solid horse fitness plan.

A professional groom discusses how to properly choose and use a horse cooler to dry your horse and keep him warm.

A revolutionary process allows wood shavings from horse bedding to be reused.

Experts and riders share their best treatments to get a horse back to work in this excerpt of Chapter 5 from the book Back to Work.

Science has made it possible to genetically replicate a horse through horse cloning. What does the process involve, and what does it mean for the future of competitive equestrian sports?

Endurance competitor Dr. Michelle Roush explains what to look for in endurance horse conformation.

You know it's important to get your horse limber for a training session. Your own preparation, however, is just as crucial. Learn three specific warm-up exercisesand five exercises to reduce stress in this excerpt adapted from the new book Rider Fitness:

Improve your balance in the saddle with these 7 Balimo exercises from top sports physiologist Eckart Meyners.

The better you understand the ins and outs of equine insurance, the better you can protect your horse?and yourself.