Step-By-Step Guide to an Equestrian Endurance Ride: Before Leaving Home
You’re two weeks out from an equestrian endurance ride. Here’s how to prepare for a great experience before you even leave home.
Endurance Riding
Horse Riding Safety Equipment for Trail Riding Alone
Do you ride alone, beyond the reach of cell phone coverage and immediate help? Here’s a rundown on safety gear and communication devices all trail riders should consider.
Happy Brain, Happy Gut, Happy Rider
Like other athletes, equestrian endurance riders can intentionally prepare our brains and guts to handle the rigors of miles on the trail. Running coach Greg McMillan shares how.
26 Tips for a More Comfortable Endurance Ride
Equestrian endurance riding is a lot more fun when both horse and rider are comfortable. The experts at ODEEO share 26 tips for physical and emotional comfort.
How To Overcome Fear of Trail Riding Alone – Part 1
Fear of trail riding alone is common, but it doesn’t need to be paralyzing. Understanding your fear better is the first step to overcoming it.
Can I Bring Back a Senior Endurance Horse?
Conditioning a horse for equestrian endurance riding is an art and a science, with endless opportunities to learn. Make that horse a senior, and you add a whole new layer of complexity. This season, I’m going to take my first crack at returning an aging former endurance horse to the trail. This post considers strengths, …
Equestrian Endurance Riding FAQ
Equestrian endurance riding is a never-ending journey – not just down the trail, but in our learning. Read advice from expert riders, vets, and coaches.
New to Equestrian Endurance Riding? Start Here.
New to the sport of equestrian endurance riding? Congratulations! You are in for the ride of your life. Here’s how to get started.
5 Tips for Keeping Your Nutrition on Track at Endurance Rides
A reader asks how to keep your nutrition on track for equestrian endurance riding. Sticking to healthful choices while riding an endurance horse can be tough. These rider nutrition tips will keep you going strong.
The Practical Side of an Endurance Ride
Equestrian endurance riding is more than just the ride itself. Here are the nuts-and-bolts of camping gear, rider nutrition, clothing, and other practical considerations for a successful ride weekend.