Fall 2024

Practical Horseman

Practical Horseman is the number one how-to magazine for English-style riders

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ENGLISH CONTENT DIRECTOR Sandra Oliynyk DIRECTOR OF ART AND PRODUCTION Philip Cooper MANAGING EDITOR Kathleen Landwehr DIGITAL MANAGING EDITOR Alana Harrison CONTRIBUTORS Amy K. Dragoo, Mary Kay Kinnish, Jocelyn Pierce EQUINE NETWORK EXECUTIVES Chief
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Strategies for Confidence
Recently I’ve been on a journey to increase my confidence. So I was thrilled to read two articles in this issue with trainers talking about the topic and their strategies for solidifying it in themselves, their students and their horses. I’ve made a
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Lower-Leg Adjustments and More Generous Releases
1 Overall: This is a nicely turned-out pair, but the rider needs to make some adjustments to her leg and release to take her riding up a notch. Leg: The stirrup is too far out on her toe, so I’d like to see it right on the ball of her foot. She’s tur
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The Connection Between the Rider’s and Horse’s Backs
This is Lindsey Auclair and her 7-year-old RPSI gelding Marius EWSZ, also known as “Banana.” Here is what Lindsey had to say: “We’re working Second Level with thoughts about more advanced collection and learning our changes shortly. He is a quirky, w
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A Look Back
Boyd Martin and Fedarman B Mike Winter and El Mundo Michael Jung and Chipmunk FRH From left: Christopher Burton, Jung and Laura Collett What were some of the most memorable insights from riders at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games? Twelve days of equestri
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Creating confidence
After years of working on solidifying his own confidence, top U.S. hunter rider and trainer Geoffrey Hesslink set a goal to foster a training environment prioritizing that quality in his horses and students. “When I was younger, I resonated with trai
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4 Exercises for a WINNING EQUITATION ROUND
Leading up to a big competition, like the USEF Show Jumping Talent Search Finals—East, I always want to make sure my students and their horses are well prepared. To do this, I set a course with questions they will likely see at the competition and br
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Understanding Degenerative Suspensory Ligament Desmitis
Degenerative suspensory ligament desmitis is a progressive, degenerative condition found in several breeds. It was first discovered in Peruvian Horses, and early-onset DSLD was recognized in some family lines in the 1970s. Many people still think of
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The Role of Genetics
The best way to prevent future cases of degenerative suspensory ligament desmitis is to avoid the condition by investigating a horse’s genetic history and to have a thorough examination performed by a veterinarian. This might influence the decision o
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One Owner’s Experience
Karen Adams is a retired U.S. Equestrian Federation “R” dressage judge, instructor and coach in Keedysville, Maryland, and has had experience with degenerative suspensory ligament desmitis in a horse named Cordova (“Wild Bill”). Bill was the product
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Re-Rescued: Aslan’s Story
The spring air was charged with energy, and that made the red roan gelding nervous about getting in the unfamiliar trailer. Aslan wasn’t sure he wanted to leave the place he had lived happily for the last few years. Aslan had everything he needed at
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Hoof Abscesses
A hoof abscess is a painful infection that occurs when bacteria make their way into the sensitive tissue of the foot, causing a pocket of pus to form and pressure to build within the relatively rigid hoof capsule. Bacteria normally present in a horse
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In Riding, The Horse Moves The Rider’s Pelvis Forward, And The Rider Needs To Balance The Upper Body Into This Motion. To Do This …
Imagine standing on a skateboard that starts moving. If you do not move your body forward with it, you get left behind. Susanne von Dietze is a leader in equestrian biomechanics. A physiotherapist, licensed Trainer A instructor and judge for dressage

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