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Feeling lonely?

Equestrianism can be a solitary sport at times, so what can you do if you start to feel twinges of loneliness setting in? H&R has come up with some social solutions to help you Read Article

Compete with confidence: understanding motivation

Feeling a chink in your competition confidence? Alison Buttery helps you start your season on a high Read Article

Set up to succeed

Do you undermine your own success? Tracey Cole explains how a different way of thinking could transform your riding for the better Read Article

Sit back and relax

If fear of riding in front of others is spoiling enjoyment of your horse, Alison Buttery has some ideas Read Article

Mind over matter

Charlotte Dujardin shares some mindset hints to help keep your training on track Read Article

Change your perspective to improve your riding

Sometimes things don’t go as planned but the way you deal with it can make a huge difference to what happens next, says Alison Buttery Read Article

Five simple ways to improve your riding mindset

How can you get back on track when life gets on top of you? Tracey Cole shares her advice to ... Read Article

Hypnotherapy for horse riders

Are you suffering from a crisis of confidence with your horse or struggling to cope after an accident? Hypnotherapy could be the answer Read Article

Goal setting

Setting horsey goals to achieve is fun and motivating, but sometimes outlining something you’re keen to accomplish can bring a ... Read Article

19 ways to stay motivated this winter

When it’s dark, wet and cold, spending time at the yard can feel more of an obligation than a pleasure. Here are H&R’s tips for making winter work for you Read Article

Control your nerves

Human Performance Coach, John Haime, explains how to control your nerves and boost your confidence Read Article

Is your horse stressed?

Equine stress – what does it mean, how do you recognise it and what should you do about it? Behaviourist, Anna Saillet, investigates Read Article

Frustrating habits

Do you find some of your horse’s habits frustrating at times? H&R reveals why he might be behaving this way Read Article

Clipping fears

Envious of your friends with their super-smart clipped horses when yours is a nervous wreck – or worse – at the sight of a pair of clippers? Anna Saillet’s here to help Read Article

Choose the right trainer

Riding is a constant learning curve and at some point we all reach out for the support of a trainer. But how do you go about choosing the right one for you? Horse&Rider investigates Read Article

Take the stress out of travelling

Does loading your horse often turn into a battle of wills? Anna Saillet helps take the stress out of travelling Read Article

Why should you keep your horse in a herd?

How much do you consider your horse’s natural social behaviour in his management? Probably not enough, as Anna Saillet explores Read Article

Read your horse’s mind

Ever wondered what’s going through your horse’s mind? Learning to think along the same lines as him will help you build a better relationship and effectively deal with potential problems Read Article

When to call a behaviourist

So how do you tackle problematic behaviour? And how do you know when it’s time to call in the professionals? Anna Saillet explains... Read Article

How to deal with losing your horse

It’s something no one wants to think about, but at some point every owner experiences the pain of losing their beloved horse. H&R helps you make sense of moving forward Read Article

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