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Original Post Date: 05/06/2013 - 15:11 | Last Updated: Mon, 2013-05-06 15:16
Texas Rose Horse Park, home of 3 annual horse trials and the AEC for 2013-2015, has built the first Advanced horse trials course ever available in Area V.A quick look through the 2012 USEA Omnibus shows a simple fact: Most USEA Areas do not offer a horse trials or event with an Advanced course. That includes the four contiguous Areas in the center of the U.S., IV, V, IX and X, stretching from Illinois in the east to the state line of California in the west.
Original Post Date: 03/27/2013 - 14:27 | Last Updated: Tue, 2013-04-02 15:07
I recently had the chance to take part in the great eventing migration south and although my trip was only a little over a week long, it was an amazing experience. I left Middleburg, Virginia after work one afternoon with my dog wedged in the back seat of my trusty SUV amid every rain jacket I own, all of my show equipment, and a trunk full of fun items I had collected over the winter months.
Original Post Date: 03/14/2013 - 14:20 | Last Updated: Thu, 2013-03-14 14:20
Rene asks "My trainer keeps telling me to get into the zone. I've heard of this in other sports, but can it happen in riding, and if so, how do I do it?"
All athletes, including riders (yes we are athletes!) can get into the zone. It's the sensation of being able to ride your best in an effortless and automatic way. You don't have to work, think, or try hard because everything just seems to fall into place. This sensation is called your Individual Zone of Optimal Functioning - IZOF for short - and is what allows you to ride and/or compete at your peak.
Original Post Date: 03/04/2013 - 15:08 | Last Updated: Mon, 2013-03-04 15:32
Still treating today’s parasites based on yesterday’s calendar?
In the world of human medicine, you’ve likely heard about concerns of bacteria becoming increasingly resistant to antibiotics.1 It works like this: Each time a person takes an antibiotic, sensitive bacteria are killed. Resistant germs, however, are left to grow and multiply, ultimately creating a population of “supergerms” that don’t respond to traditional antibiotics.1
Original Post Date: 02/26/2013 - 18:42 | Last Updated: Tue, 2013-02-26 19:22
Take a sneak peak at who is already preparing for the trip to Rolex Kentucky this year. Whether it is their first time to Rolex Kentucky or not, each tale is unique and inspiring to follow. Read more about your favorite horse and rider in this week's featured riders installment!
Original Post Date: 02/04/2013 - 16:53 | Last Updated: Mon, 2013-02-04 16:58
Based on the old adage that a picture is worth a thousand words, I am making this attempt to sort out the confusion on the USEF 2010 Preliminary Dressage Test A, Movement 6; and FEI 2009 One-Star Dressage Test A, Movement 3.
Original Post Date: 02/01/2013 - 15:25 | Last Updated: Fri, 2013-02-01 15:25
Jean asks "I ride well in my private lessons but get really nervous when I ride in front of crowds. Is there anything I can do to find my confidence in a crowd?"
This kind of performance anxiety is really quite common and can happen for many reasons including placing greater importance on your competitions than your lessons, trying to impress those watching, and/or a fear of failing in front of spectators. Regardless of the cause, it's important to recognize it and work hard to overcome it because it can rob you of your confidence, focus, and enjoyment. Luckily, there are just as many ways to solve it as there are that cause it.
Original Post Date: 01/31/2013 - 10:05 | Last Updated: Thu, 2013-01-31 10:05
Wet winter weather, hot summer sweating, bugs, and more - horse owners always seem to be fighting the elements against skin problems for their beloved equine. Rachael Levine, DVM of Henderson Veterinary Associates outlines an overview of common equine skin ailments and what causes them.
Original Post Date: 01/29/2013 - 11:48 | Last Updated: Tue, 2013-01-29 13:20
Approximately 90% of lameness originates in the foot. There are a lot of small structures that can be affected. Lameness is graded on a scale of 1-5, depending on severity. This allows description of the lame-ness in your horse’s medical record and allows veterinarians to speak accurately to each other when describing a lameness. Some signs of lameness include: changes in stride length, “head nodding” while walking and/or trotting, unwillingness to bear weight on a limb. At times the only complaint is a horse that does not move or perform as they had previously.
Original Post Date: 01/09/2013 - 09:19 | Last Updated: Wed, 2013-01-09 10:10