“Steps and ditches are good exercises for horses – and people" New FEI rules will encourage the use of more steps and ditches on cross country but without racking up the number of jumping efforts
The previous weeks of lead-up fitness work have helped prepare the horse for the season ahead and now it's time to consider his heart and lungs; best developed by interval training
For 17 years the International Eventing Forum was a February eventing highlight - we look back at some of our favourite topics and training sessions
Building on the Starter Plan in Part 1, Anna Bruce now ups the ante for your horse's fitness with a suppleness and strength programme (and one very important tip before you enter that arena!)
Your horse's fitness not only impacts his performance, it also impacts his health; Anna Bruce offers advice, top tips and a six-week plan to build your horse's fitness, starting with roadwork