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Warm-Up Techniques for Performance Horses

Haylie Kerstetter July 12, 2024

In a research review, scientists found that longer, less intense warmups might improve horse performance and well-being.

Conditioning Young Horses

Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA July 11, 2024

Protecting your young horse’s musculoskeletal system can help reduce his risk of injuries later in life.

Conditioning Horses on Different Surfaces

Nancy S. Loving, DVM July 9, 2024

Varying the surfaces on which you exercise your horse can help produce a strong, well-rounded equine athlete.

NexHA, The Horse Bring You Equine Fitness and Conditioning Awareness Week

The Horse Staff July 8, 2024

Learn how to safely improve your horse’s fitness all week on TheHorse.com. Sponsored by NexHA.

Conditioning Young Equine Athletes

Chelsie J. Huseman, MS, PhD May 21, 2024

Learn how young horses’ bodies adapt to exercise and how to prepare them for successful careers.

Proprioception and Strength Training Techniques for Horses

Karen Hopper Usher March 26, 2024

Helping your horse develop balance, core strength, and range of motion can be the key to injury prevention and better performance.

Equine OCD: Harmless Bone Lesion or Permanent Problem?

Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA November 17, 2023

Leading researchers from around the world share their findings on this common joint disease of young horses.

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Feeding the Young Horse in Training

Janice L. Holland, PhD July 27, 2022

Young horses in work have different nutritional needs than their adult counterparts.

Poll Recap: Public or Private Lands for Horseback Riding?

Conditioning Horses Through the Seasons: Spring and Summer

Samantha Steelman, PhD February 11, 2022

Training horses in the spring and summer can present some challenges. Learn how your horse’s body adapts to exercise training, how he acclimates to spring and summer weather conditions, and what you can do to help him perform at his best.

Young Horse Growth and Development

Michelle Anderson November 14, 2019

Do you have a young horse in your life? Learn about young horse growth, development, exercise, and nutrition during this Q&A.

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Conditioning Horses in Fall and Winter

Samantha Steelman, PhD November 9, 2019

Know how your horse’s body reacts to cold weather and train accordingly to make the most of the chilly months ahead.

Back to Work: Transitioning Horses Into an Exercise Program Safely

Nancy S. Loving, DVM October 2, 2019

Taking a horse from a sedentary state to active working fitness can be a form of rehabilitation. However, there’s no one-size-fits-all program. Learn how to safely transition your horse into an exercise program.

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Managing Club Feet in Adolescent Horses

Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc March 7, 2019

Recognizing and treating club feet in young horses can help them succeed in their intended discipline and, ultimately, prevent lifelong hoof complications.

How Young is Too Young to Start a Horse Under Saddle?

W. Wesley Sutter DVM, MS, Dipl. ACVS January 16, 2019

The best age for horse to start training is highly debated. An equine surgeon offers advice.

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Safe Longeing for Horse Health

Jennifer O. Bryant September 23, 2018

This common exercise modality can be surprisingly risky; learn how to keep your horse—and yourself—safe.

Health Care for English Sport Horses

Tracy Gantz September 5, 2018

Good footing, proper conditioning, balanced nutrition, and careful attention to joints and soft tissues are key to maintaining eventers, hunter/jumpers, and dressage horses.