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Resistance training for horse riding So, how often do you need to train in a week to see the benefits? Many people are confused by the need for resistance training for equestrians. To me, it is the most important work you can do to keep up with you horse. First of all, we need to…

BylizzieNovember 19, 20250Comments

Train your riders better

Not two riders are the same, and you as an instructor will have to adapt your teaching techniques as per their behavioural style [dropcap]P[/dropcap]eople differ from one another, and that’s a good thing: it makes the world more diverse and colourful. It also explains why you instantly ‘click’ with a certain person, while others are harder…

BylizzieApril 8, 20170Comments

Horse Channel Horse Health Horse Training

Train smarter, not harder

Carolien at work inspecting a horse at a competition in the Netherlands [dropcap]W[/dropcap]e all know that a horse must be in good condition if you want to perform well at competitions. But what is considered good condition? How can we define this, and what does it mean for your daily training practice? Mostly, we evaluate the intensity…

BylizzieMarch 2, 20170Comments

Horse Channel Horse Training

Creating a better canter

The correct work can develop balance and suppleness in your canter [dropcap]I[/dropcap]t’s often said that your horse’s canter can make or break you as a competitive rider – especially when it comes to jumping and dressage disciplines. Ideally, you want a horse who has an active, fluid and rhythmic canter. Showjumpers and eventers in particular want…

BylizzieMarch 1, 20170Comments

Horse Channel Horse Training

What kind of coach are you?

It's important to understand the individual goals and lifestyle of each rider [dropcap]I[/dropcap]n the equestrian sport many riders become trainers, but what makes a good trainer in particular? What is it like to be coaching somebody both in their daily training sessions and at competitions? Equine Support International (ESI) brings you a series of three articles that…

BylizzieOctober 25, 20160Comments

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Tossy Raynor showjumping clinic in Botswana

Adele Jooste on Eros Van Hetgestel [dropcap]A [/dropcap]Pole Work and Show-Jumping Clinic was held at Herbie’s Haven Stables, Ruretse, over the weekend of 23rd, 24th, 25thJanuary, 2016 and was kindly hosted by Mrs Bridget O’Neill. The visiting instructor was Tossy Raynor who was accommodated at Bridget’s home. Bridget also collected her and returned her to the…

BylizzieJanuary 27, 20160Comments

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Train your riders better

Train smarter, not harder

Creating a better canter

What kind of coach are you?

Tossy Raynor showjumping clinic in Botswana

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