Spring has sprung here at SmartPak, and I’ve never been so happy to get outside with my horse after a seemingly endless winter! Like many riders trying to get their horses back in shape for summer, I often incorporate pole work into my schooling. I recently found an exercise to add some variety to the

Getting into a training groove with your horse takes time and patience, but by using less resistance and more reward, you can make training time a more positive experience for both you and your horse. Get our tips on resistance-free horse training here! #horsetrainingtips #equinepartnership #libertyhorsetraining #equinecommunication #horselove #savvyhorsewoman

Step-By-Step Guide to Essential Groundwork Exercises Equestrians do more than ride horses; they care for them, handle them, and train them. They must also learn many other skills to safely navigate a horse’s prey and flight instincts. Groundwork can help equestrians connect with their horses in a way the horse understands: through body language and […]

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Horse Rider Fitness Leg Strengthening Workout Here are 15 leg exercises to make you a stronger rider. Horse riders need strong legs for balance, cueing, safety and an overall better ride. Strengthening your legs will boost your metabolism so you burn more calories. I'm Andrea Otley and I'm a fitne

Quick and Effective Flatwork Exercises Creating a proper flatwork routine and sticking to it is always a bit daunting. Even though we all know the benefits of a good warm-up followed by an effective flatwork session, most of us feel stuck in the arena questioning our improvement with our horses. This is especially th

Core strengthening and rounding exercices can benefit your horse both following injury and as a regular part of his conditioning program. Here, London,

They are easy to do at home (all you need is a reasonably flat surface and a few poles) and great to do when your riding options are limited.

Targeted exercises for the back, belly, front and hind ends.