Warm Up

SETTING THE TONE IN THE WARM-UP ARENA

The real purpose of the warm-up Text: Lara Ellwood of Insight Equine There’s something about the warm-up arena at a…

6 months ago

ASKHQ: MANAGING WARM UP ARENA NERVES

Q: What should I do in the warm-up arena to manage my nerves? I feel like everyone is watching me.…

8 months ago

ASKHQ: WINTER WARM-UP

Q: My horse is stiff to warm up in winter—should I be concerned? A: Mild stiffness during cold weather is…

1 year ago

ASKHQ: KNEE STIFFNESS

Q: My knees get really stiff after a long ride. What can I do to help with this? A: There…

1 year ago

MANAGING AN ATHLETE – TOP TIPS FOR CARING FOR YOUR HORSE AT AN EVENT

With the Olympics occupying our screens and closer to home, the upcoming World Cup Qualifier down in Shongweni, here at…

2 years ago

TOP TIPS FOR CARING FOR YOUR HORSE AT AN EVENT

With the Olympics occupying our screens and closer to home, the upcoming World Cup Qualifier down in Shongweni, here at…

2 years ago

SHOWING 101 WITH TARRYN STEBBING

After our wonderful stint at Horse of the Year, we realised it was about time that the HQ Team got…

5 years ago

WINTER WARMING UP AND COOLING DOWN

A proper warm-up and cool-down are especially important over the winter period. Low temperatures mean your horse’s body needs longer…

5 years ago

STRETCHING VIDEOS BY ICE MAN AND THE SA LIPIZZANERS

Here is the introduction to the series of videos we will be running over the next few weeks on stretching…

6 years ago

ASKHQ: WARM-UP

Q: Why is the warm-up important? A: Firstly, a horse’s metabolism levels increase when you warm up. Through this process…

6 years ago