During the coldest months of the year, some horses might become a little stiffer. Here are a few ideas on how to keep them as comfortable as possible.

The back and hind end take a while to develop, so it can be harder to see changes here than in the front end. Here’s what to look for.

As the horse’s training progresses, his thoracic sling will change. If the training is sound, the thoracic sling should become more functional and stronger. Here is what to look out for.

The neck is one of the areas where changes start to show early. This is why observing the neck regularly can give us a lot of feedback on how our training is going. Here is what to look for.

Noticing changes can be tricky. The changes that occur with training are subtle and if we see our horse every day it can be hard to detect them. Here is how to notice change over time.

The more we as riders know about our horses, the better decisions we can make. Here are the two essential topics that all riders should be educated on.

How the horse chooses to use his body while resting can tell us a lot about issues he might be having. Pay attention to how your horse stands when he is relaxed.

Slow, postural work should be the basis for a balanced horse, but faster gaits have their benefits too.

While long rides in walk might seem like a good idea, they can also have negative effects. Here’s something to keep in mind.

Here are a few ideas on how to strengthen the thoracic sling in a very casual, non-complicated way.

Knowing if your training strategy is working can sometimes be tricky, which is why it is important to be able to read the subtle changes. Here are some signs that you might need to re-think some aspects of your training.

Spring is a great time to get back to work, but we have to make sure to do it safely, otherwise we are increasing the risk for injury.

If you are bringing your horse back to work after a lazy summer, make sure to make a plan first – this will make progress faster and healthier.

Groundwork should not be reserved for the arena only. You can do some wonderful groundwork and set up a good foundation for healthy posture on the trail too. 

Training your eye to spot good posture can be tricky. Here is a closer look at some things to be watching out for.

When it comes to which exercises are appropriate for a specific goal, it all depends on the manner in which they are executed.

Stress is bad for so many things, including locomotive problems. A stressed horse will be more likely to overextend the base of his neck, causing many issues.

Is there such a thing as too much muscle development? You bet! Here is why it’s important to differentiate between two major groups of muscles.

While static posture can tell us a lot about how the horse uses his body, it doesn’t tell the whole story. Here is an example of a well-functioning horse with poor static posture.

Lunging the horse is a great way to keep them balanced and fit, but we need to follow certain guidelines if we want to make sure we are not harming them in the process.