If Netflix Celebrities Like Joe Exotic Were Equestrians

Binge watching is the new normal. From “Love Is Blind” to “Tiger King“, Netflix has…

Tight On Space? Here’s A Simple Exercise For Small Arenas

By Sally Spickard Not all riders have the luxury of an expansive arena or field…

Why I Love Thoroughbred Crosses

As a kid, I wanted Black Beauty. The young, black, Arabian horse who appeared in…

We Need More Diversity in Equestrian Sport

Editor’s Note: Heels Down Mag asked adult amateur riders to tell us how they would…

The Quarantine Challenge

By Ellie Woznica COVID-19 has infected the internet is with all of these different quarantine…

The World Is Our Rehab Horse Now

By Erin Gilmore Many moons ago, I worked for a sales barn that had upwards…

Heels Down Happy Hour Podcast 68: The Quarantine Episode

To pull shoes or not to pull shoes? That is the question. Like everyone else,…

Miss Your Trainer? Take a Virtual Riding Lesson

“Virtual” riding lessons were starting to become popular in The Before (pre-coronavirus times) and now…

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I Like To Think Of This Setback As An Opportunity

Kama Godek is an international grand prix show jumper and trainer. After competing for over a decade…

Wedding Costs vs Horse Costs

It’s safe to say that nearly all equestrians size up purchases by comparing them to…