Articles on Horseback Riding

How to make a vacation an enjoyable one

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How to Read a Horse's Face and Body Language

By LaurieBee81

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Just like your human friends, your equine companion has moods and bad days. Unlike your human friends, your horse weighs upwards of 1000 lbs. and could easily and unintentionally hurt you in his irritated or frenzied moments. Here's a checklist ... more »

How to stop a BUCKING HORSE!

By texasware

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If you plan to go horseback riding then always stay alert! Most horses are a dream come true. However, if you happen to get into a situation where the horse begins to BUCK, then follow these steps. Soon the horse will have no choice but to STOP!.. more »

How to Tell the Difference Between a Mare, Gelding and Stallion

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How to tell the what sex a horse is... more »

How to Train for Endurance Riding

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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Endurance riding is the sport of riding a horse for time from 25 to more than 100 miles. The sport requires huge amounts of training from both the horse and the rider to get the two into shape as a harmonious team... more »

How to Attend to a Fallen Rider

By LaurieBee81

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No matter what the exercise, riders need to be aware that each time they mount up, they are taking a risk. Horseback riding is a practice in versatility and concentration from one moment to the next. There is always the possibility that an ... more »

How to Barrel Train a Horse

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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Barrel racing a fast-paced, crowd-pleasing event. Watching the horses charge forward at break-neck speeds, only to slow down enough to squeeze around a barrel and take off again can bring an audience to the edge of its seat. A good horse for ... more »

How to Choose a Saddlebred

By eHow Pets Editor

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The saddlebred is known as a three and five gaited horse... more »

How to Clean a Horse Stall

By eHow Pets Editor

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Cleaning a horse stall is essential to every horse's health and happiness in the barn. A filthy stall can contribute to bad health and performance, and is a cruel way to treat any animal... more »

How to Compete in a Pole Bending Event

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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Pole bending is the equine equivalent of slalom skiing. It requires a horse with speed and agility and a rider who can hang on... more »

How to Dress for Horseback Riding

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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To be appropriately attired in the saddle, check out the following suggestions - and ride into the sunset in style... more »

How to Dress to Compete in a Rodeo

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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A rodeo cowboy just isn't a rodeo cowboy without his or her traditional lasso and pair of Wrangler's. Below are some tips on how to ride the bucking bronco in style... more »

How to Ride a Horse

By eHow Pets Editor

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Learning to ride a horse can be one of the most thrilling experiences of your life, as long as you do it safely. The payoff lies not only in the freedom of galloping across a field on the back of an animal but also in enjoying the wondrous bond ... more »

How to Ride English-Style

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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Learning to ride English style is the starting point for any novice rider. After acquiring the fundamental skills of the sport in the English ring, you'll be able to use your new abilities to master other riding styles... more »

How to Tack a Horse

By eHow Pets Editor

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Tacking a horse includes grooming and putting on the riding equipment. Do it right and both you and the horse will be happier during your ride... more »

How to Avoid Common Accidents in a Horse Barn or Turnout

By LaurieBee81

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Horses are large and powerful animals, but they are also very delicate in their own ways. Anticipating possible threats to your horse's health and safety is the most important responsibility you are faced with as an equestrian. Look for those ... more »

How to Back Up on a Horse

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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Is your horse not going the way you want it to? Are "forward" and "fast" the only words it understands? If you answered yes to either question, try these steps to learn how to tell your horse to back up... more »

How to Begin Vaulting on Horseback

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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Equestrian vaulting is one of the most popular horseback sports around. This graceful challenge takes the best part of horse riding and gymnastics and mixes them into one. More people are getting involved in this sport all around the world. Learn ... more »

How to Canter a Horse Over the Jump in Two-Point Position

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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Two-point position is when the horseback rider shifts her weight entirely out to the saddle and balances on the stirrups, with her knees as the other point to stabilize the position. Your hands float in the air directly in front of you, in line ... more »

How to Choose a Barrel Horse

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Choosing a barrel horse is not as easy as choosing a horse for simple pleasure riding. There is a large scale of quality and skill when it comes to barrel horses, and because barrel racing has become more popular, many barrel horses are being ... more »

How to Choose a Fox-Trotter

By eHow Pets Editor

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The Foxtrotter horse is named after its unique walk-trot, known as a fox trot. The fox trot can best be described as a walk with the front feet and a trot with the hind feet... more »

How to Choose a Peruvian Paso

By eHow Pets Editor

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The Peruvian Paso horse is popular because of its spirited, elegant gait, easy disposition, and zest for life and willingness to please... more »

How to Compete in a Trail Event

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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Competitive trail riding combines the obstacles you would find on the trail, such as bridges, bushes and gates, and puts them into one carefully designed course... more »

How to Dismount a Horse

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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Dismounting a horse like a greenhorn can be embarrassing, and more important, dangerous. Follow these steps carefully so that both you and your horse walk away uninjured... more »

How to Get Into Shape for Horseback Riding

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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Horseback riding is an enjoyable form of physical activity and a great way to stay in shape. There are some helpful exercises you can do to prepare your body for horseback riding. Strong quadricep muscles are needed for horseback riding. Balance ... more »

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