Warm-up

An FEI rider explains how you can create a training schedule for a Second Level horse—but the “planning” principles apply to horses of all levels.

Sound equine-management practices coupled with a good dose of common sense will assist in the longevity of senior horses.

Seven elements of a training program that will keep your dressage athlete happy and healthy in his work

Ida Norris answers this reader-submitted question, explaining that sheath noise is caused by tensing of the muscles, primarily over the back.

Tips on how to train your horse in a fair and logical way.

By following the three-part ride structure—warm-up, work sets and cool-down—we ensure the horse works in optimal physical comfort and emotional health.

Experts provide tips to help horse and rider safely handle extreme heat.

Learn about some of the elements that affect the horse's hocks

Olympian Adelinde Cornelissen discusses horse and human fitness and shares how she goes beyond the arena to train for success in international dressage competition.

German dressage star Helen Langehanenberg explains the training quality of submission and shares how you can develop it in your horse.