The Cool Down

By Sarah Brooks Rides are usually segmented into three basic sections: warm-up, active schooling, and…

The Spotlight Is On

Until you reach the big leagues in horse sports, only horse people are watching you.…

How To Instill Good Ground Manners

Dale Hailstones, travel groom to Olympic show jumper Laura Kraut, has earned his fair share…

Horses Are Hard, Don’t Give Up: Only In The Heels Down Spark

Ever had a tough ride and just didn’t want to get back on? We’ve all…

It’s Supposed To Be Fun

By Rebecca Barber It is often said that it takes 10,000 hours of practice to…

Eight Horses and Two Arms: The Realities of Caring for Numerous Horses

By Rebecca Barber Caring for one horse can be difficult, but multiple horses… that is…

“Day Of” Preparation with Kim Severson: Cross-Country

Having a proper grooming routine is imperative to any successful routine with horses, at home…

Heels Down Happy Hour Podcast 86: Horses Are Hard, Don’t Give Up

Ever had a tough ride and just didn’t want to get back on? We feel…

Equestrian Brands Need To Get It Together

You ever see a horse so badly put together that you think, “Aw, bless his…

How to Be Sustainable at the Barn

These days most of us are very conscious of what we use, how much waste…