Anxiety. Nerves. The jitters. Whatever you call the feeling of sweaty palms and the sensation of your stomach doing flip-flops while your heart pounds through your chest is a normal reaction when you are getting ready to compete. However, there are steps you can take to overcome these pre-competition jitters and calm your nerves. Dan […]
Inside the Head (and Heart) of an Eventing Athlete
Most long-term relationships are built on trust, confidence and working together day after day. These same attributes are necessary for athletes that compete as a team. However, in one sport, the athletes are a team that include a horse and its rider. Both athletes must be focused, physically fit and be able to read the […]
Making the Most Out of Vaccination Day: Tips and Tricks
Vaccinations. They are something we humans do not enjoy ourselves, so how can we expect our horses to feel any different? Vaccinations are necessary to prevent disease and work to save the lives of many animals each year. With that being said, we need to ensure our horses are fully prepared to receive their seasonal […]
The FEI World Equestrian Games™: Disciplines 101
The FEI World Equestrian Games™ is a global phenomenon that combines eight equestrian sports and is held every four years in the middle of the Olympic calendar season. This September, it will be held at the Tryon International Equestrian Center in Mill Spring, North Carolina! Although it is one of the most popular equine events […]
