Armaros

11/01/2023

The start of a new year is an ideal time to set goals.

Goals are a great way to motivate ourselves as riders but what happens if we don't achieve our goals? Falling short can leave us feeling uninspired and low.

Check out these simple yet effective tips to change your mindset and become more resilient in 2023.

Sometimes things don’t go as planned but the way you deal with it can make a huge difference to what happens next, says Alison Buttery

23/12/2022

What are you hoping Santa brings you this year? A horse? Your feed bill paid for a year? Someone to muck out this winter?!

Let us know in the comments 🎁

14/12/2022

“It’s a losing sport. You get beaten a lot and you start to question everything: ‘Am I doing it right?’, ‘Am I good enough?’"

Find out why riders can be particularly susceptible to mental health problems and what you can do to help.

1. Winning is rare According to sport psychologist Michael Caulfield, a former PJA chief executive and a director of Sporting Edge, winning is rare in any equestrian discipline. Oliver Townend has triumphed at Burghley, but how often does an eventer take a top title? Even AP McCoy’s record 4,000-p...

11/12/2022

When do you wear a body protector?

Every time you ride? Only when required? Or maybe your body protector hasn't been out of the tack room for years...

We would love to know what influences your decision to wear one or not.

09/12/2022

Winter robs us of both light and time. As horse owners, we know that yard chores still need doing, no matter what - we just need to speed up!

Here are 5 time-saving tips for equestrians on a light and time budget.

1️⃣ Invest in a head torch: fumbling around in the dark will slow you down. Look after your eyesight and speed up your chores with help from a head torch. 🔦

2️⃣ Maximise your spare time: get ahead at the weekend by making up feeds or pre-filling hay nets.

3️⃣ Set some alarms: stay focused by setting alarms for when you should have completed a particular job at the yard. ⏰

4️⃣ Time your yard tap: instead of watching water buckets fill up, time your tap so you can get on with something else without the bucket overflowing!

5️⃣ Dry your horse faster: no one wants to waste time waiting for their horse to dry so they can tack up or rug up for the night. A good quality cooler or wicking fleece will help speed up drying.

What are YOUR time-saving life hacks? Let us know in the comments.

07/12/2022

If you suffer from back pain then you're not alone. Lower back pain is more prevalent in riders than the non-equestrian population.

A study of elite Dressage riders found that many of them are competing while experiencing chronic pain. Riding in a GP saddle, rather than a western saddle, and shorter stirrups can also exacerbate the pain.

You don't have to live with the pain though. There are many ways to address the root causes of the problem: muscle tightness, a weak core, and asymmetry.

Get some tips here ⬇️

We look at how to build good habits in strengthening our core strength...

05/12/2022

Social media can sometimes feel like a highlights reel but with more riders opening up online it can be a supportive place too.

Has social media positively impacted you and your riding?

Irish international Abi Lyle discusses social media, and the positive role it can play within dressage and other equestrian sports

30/11/2022

The gym might be the last place you feel like going after a long day of working and looking after your horse. Instead, try an at-home workout to improve your fitness.

We will be giving this workout from Horse Learner Fitness a go today. Just 20 minutes and no equipment needed to help strengthen your legs, glutes and core. 💪🐴

A quick at home workout for legs, glutes and core and horse riders. Let' improve our strength to become even better riders. Want higher intensity?: https://y...

29/11/2022

We are looking for a studio model and show jumper for an upcoming photoshoot! 📸

Studio Model: Size 10 - 12, curvy

Show Jumper: Size 10 - 12

Location: London

Dates: 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th or 13th December

Paid based on experience.

Send an email to [email protected] to register your interest or for more information.

23/11/2022

Self-belief is the first step in building a good relationship with your horse. After all, if you don't trust yourself, how can you expect your horse to?

Check out this article and video by equestrian mental performance coach Annika McGivern Equine Coaching for Your Horse Magazine.

To feel confident in the saddle, it's important for you to have a good sense of self-belief and think positively.

21/11/2022

Bays or greys?

We'll take one in every colour. 🫢

📸 Jessica Rodrigues

18/11/2022

The right jump saddle can be used for other disciplines too.

Today we're looking at the Ergo X2 Confidence Ergo Flap B1, which *spoiler alert* Es fell in love with.

Would you do dressage in a jump saddle?

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