April 2023 Issue

Matt Hicks is back with three exercises to help perfect your horse’s trot and, in the final part of her arena cross-country series, Felicity Collins discusses acing your lines and stepping up a level. Are you nervous about reintroducing your horse to jumping after some time off? Don’t worry, eventer Georgie Campbell has got you covered with her guide that will boost your horse’s fitness and confidence. Plus, we talk all things medium paces and bring you six secrets to nailing sitting trot.

Ensuring your horse is fit enough to ride or compete is probably near the top of your priority list, but how often do you consider your own fitness? Join personal trainer Jo Collins as she explains why rider fitness is so important and shares her cardio workout that’ll improve your performance in the saddle. Mindset coach Alison Buttery is back with her guide to conquering your anxiety and how you can stop it from controlling your decisions. Find out how you can make your life on the yard more sustainable, too, with our tips to going green.

Veterinary physiotherapist Harriet Wareham explains how to trot up your horse successfully so you can be prepared when it comes to vet, farrier and physio visits, and nutritionist Joanna Palmer shares her advice for getting your horse in peak condition. Bitting expert Tricia Nassau-Williams is here to help you understand why the perfect fitting bit is paramount to your horse’s comfort and way of going. Plus, we set the records straight on stable management myths and help your horse shed his winter coat with our six-step guide.

Get competition ready with our selection of stylish show jackets and keep your horse’s hooves healthy from the inside with our buyer’s guide to hoof supplements. Why not enter our amazing competitions, too? You could be in with a chance of winning a voucher for Equetech and Equilibrium, worth £1000!

All this and so much more in April Horse&Rider. So, what are you waiting for? Grab your copy today!