Well-being

Is It OK For Your Trainer To Tell You To Lose Weight?

By Natalie Gavi, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Have you ever had a trainer recommend that you…

Mindfulness: Riding and Training with Intention

In a previous article, I opened the door on meditation for equestrian athletes. Something that…

The Shadow Over Our Golden Girl

What goes up, must come down, or so the saying goes. Equestrians are used to…

Even Olympians Struggle with Hardcore Riding Anxiety

Kim Severson woke up on the morning of cross-country day at the 2004 Olympic Games…

Equestrian Fitness: Your Size Doesn’t Determine How Fit You Are

By Kathlyn Hossack, Certified Athletic Therapist Our bodies: something our society is fixated on. Everywhere…

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.…