Hear Me Out: Resistance Bands Are the New Rider Fitness Go-To

Resistance bands have found their way into my daily gym routine. They’re insanely useful (and…

Put Your Horse On the Bit Correctly: 'More of a Feeling Than a Picture'

To have a horse correctly on the bit, you need both ends of the horse.…

Bullied at the Barn: Emotional Abuse from My Trainer Almost Broke Me

We would roll our eyes and cry on each others’ shoulders when we got called…

You're Up – Erik Duvander: There Needs To Be Joy In Your Training

If you want to be the best of the world, there needs to be joy…

Tame Your Horse's Unruly Mane Like A Professional Groom, Presented by Wahl

Before you begin, make sure the mane is evenly thick. Pulling the mane creates an…

Under the Rug: Depression Among Equestrian Athletes Is Very Common But Still Taboo

Riders will talk openly about their physical injuries and scars like a badge of honor.…

The Unstoppable Golden Oldies

By the time they’re in their 60s, most men are considering their impending retirement or…

Kelli Cruciotti: Fixing a Dirty Stopper

Grand prix show jumper Kelli Cruciotti offers insight on helping a horse that stops on…

Ins and Outs of Daily Leg Care, Presented by Wahl

By Liv Gude of Professional Equine Grooms, special contributor to Heels Down Magazine Your horse’s…

The Joys of the Warm Up Arena

Horse shows can be terrifying. There are the usual competition nerves, plus dealing with the…