Is Lunging Helpful or Harmful?

Renowned eventing groom and yard manager Jackie Potts has been around the block a few…

Heels Down Happy Hour Podcast Episode 17: Trainer Break Ups & Fake News

Heels Down Magazine presents the Heels Down Happy Hour podcast. There’s a whole lot of stuff…

Everyday Items You Wouldn't Think Would Be Useful in the Barn, Presented by Wahl

In all of our conversations with top riders and grooms, the topic of how to…

Riders Want Better Bras: Is the Bounce-Effect Keeping Us Out of the Saddle?

Equestrian sport isn’t exactly geared towards the well-endowed woman. There’s the competition jackets for a…

The Bane of Selling a Horse

I have a lot of runner friends. They undertake great feats, such as running half…

Baby On Board: Is It Safe to Ride While Pregnant?

Dressage trainer Andi Patzwald was accustomed to riding multiple horses a day before she became…

Be Fast, But Not Stupid: Time-Saving Strategies to Win Jumper Rounds

In showjumping jump-offs or speed classes, time is absolutely critical. Often, it’s mere fractions of…

Runway Ready: Prepping for a Jog

Preparing for a jog at a show can be an elaborate process. Whether you’re trotting…

A Hairy Situation: Caterpillars That Cause Abortions in Pregnant Mares

Breeding season is upon us. That means lots of thinking about stud lines, timing, nutrition…

Dude, Bro, and Bae: The Three Types of Horse Show Boyfriends

Horses and boyfriends don’t always mix. But if there’s one thing my horses and slew…