Proper Electrolyte Management

We know that proper nutrition is important for both horses and riders. But do you know how important electrolytes really are for our horses?

InformativeAshley WardApril 21, 2019electrolytes, hydration, exercise, Horseback riding, sport, athletes, nutrition

Asymmetry's Affecting Our Horses!

Feeling a little off-center? It could be your asymmetry.

Learn how a rider’s and a horse’s asymmetry can affect the quality of a ride.

InformativeAshley WardMarch 24, 2019asymmetry, Horseback riding, rider, horse, research, University of Guelph, health, performance

Leg On!

Leg on, heels down and eyes up. These are three things that are drilled into you as a rider. But how exactly should you have your leg on? That’s what we’re talking about in this post.

Riding, Informative, ReflectionsAshley WardMarch 17, 2019Horseback riding, jumping, riding, skills, improving your ride, leg on

Weaving Horses

Are you unfamiliar with weaving? Then this is the post for you.

I rediscovered all of my old assignments from when I was studying online with the University of Guelph. So here’s a more informative post that I thought I would share.

InformativeAshley WardMarch 3, 2019weaving, horses, stereotypies, vices, information, research, online studies

Staying Connected

There’s always room for improvement with our riding. There’s always a way for us to make our communication more clear with our horses.

Lately, I’ve been needing to work on my connection with my reins and keeping it consistent.

Click to read more about how I’m trying to work on this.

Informative, Riding, ReflectionsAshley WardJanuary 13, 2019horseback riding, reins, riding, connection, aids

Draw Reins

Any tool can become dangerous in the wrong hands. Draw reins are no exception. Here’s a little post about my experiences using this tool.

What are your opinions on draw reins?

Informative, RidingAshley WardDecember 30, 2018draw reins, reins, horseback riding, equestrian, tack, bridle, aids, riding gear, exercises

How to Clean a Saddle

Are you wanting to learn how to clean your saddle or other leather gear? Click the link to read the post and I’ll share with you how I clean my saddle and boots including which products I use.

Informative, How toAshley WardDecember 5, 2018how to, saddle, boots, Bates, Caprilli, Luxe, leather, saddle soap, clean a saddle, stubben, Ego 7, Orion, soap, condition, conditioner, balsam, leather cream

They're Not Machines

Horses are our partners. We work together towards a common goal.

They aren’t our machines that we put to work for our selfish goals.

Informative, ReflectionsAshley WardOctober 23, 2018horsemanship, Horseback riding, relationship, partnership, riding

The Purpose of a Lead Line

After a small comment and event at the barn, I started to think about the purpose of the lead line. Curious to know my thoughts on this tool? Keep reading!

Reflections, InformativeAshley WardOctober 8, 2018lead line, tack, horsemanship, relationship, purpose, Horseback riding

Bates Caprilli Close Contact Saddle Review (Updated)

Here’s a honest, updated review of the Bates Caprilli Close Contact saddle. I share my experiences with my saddle after owning it for a few years. All of the good and disappointing aspects that happened along the way to where I am now.

Informative, Review, UpdateAshley WardSeptember 9, 2018Bates, Saddle, Caprilli, Close Contact, Luxe, Review, Horseback riding, PHS Review, not sponsored, affiliate

Don't Be Simple

Do you take advantage of your warm-up at the beginning of your ride? Or do you ride around just enough so that your horse is ready for the real work?

Read this post to see what I’ve learnt about the importance of the warm-up.

Informative, Reflections, RidingAshley WardAugust 17, 2018horses, horseback riding, warm-up, success, strategy, gaits, riding, figures

Working Through the Fear

Anyone can experience fear at any point in their lives. It doesn’t matter if you’re experienced in your field or a beginner. Fear is normal. We just have to learn to work through it and lot let it control us.

Informative, Reflections, Riding, UpdateAshley WardJune 27, 2018fear, horse, horses, horseback riding, jumping, scary, exercises, tips, tricks