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Full-Time Horse Trainer & Pregnant: Is it Really Possible?

Full-Time Horse Trainer & Pregnant: Is it Really Possible?

Jessica Konopinski

It all started with the popular slogan that has circulated the horsey internet world: “Life is short, buy the damn horse.” I wasn’t shopping - because as a professional, you...

Full-Time Horse Trainer & Pregnant: Is it Really Possible?

Jessica Konopinski

It all started with the popular slogan that has circulated the horsey internet world: “Life is short, buy the damn horse.” I wasn’t shopping - because as a professional, you...

When Mental Illness Comes to the Horse Show

When Mental Illness Comes to the Horse Show

Jessica Konopinski

From a young age, I never questioned what my career would be. At ten years old, I began planning how I would run my barn, mapping out the classes I...

When Mental Illness Comes to the Horse Show

Jessica Konopinski

From a young age, I never questioned what my career would be. At ten years old, I began planning how I would run my barn, mapping out the classes I...

Ask an EM Instructor: Are There Alternatives to Having a Trainer If the Relationship Isn't Working?

Ask an EM Instructor: Are There Alternatives to Having a Trainer If the Relationship Isn't Working?

Editorial Staff

The rider/trainer relationship is a crucial relationship in the enjoyment and success of riding horses. So what happens when it's just not working? Sometimes problems arise when riders rely on their...

Ask an EM Instructor: Are There Alternatives to Having a Trainer If the Relationship Isn't Working?

Editorial Staff

The rider/trainer relationship is a crucial relationship in the enjoyment and success of riding horses. So what happens when it's just not working? Sometimes problems arise when riders rely on their...

Our Top 7 Lightbulb Moments from Equestrian Masterclass Instructors

Our Top 7 Lightbulb Moments from Equestrian Masterclass Instructors

Editorial Staff

As we wrap up the year and head into 2022, let's reflect on what we've learned, what we've become more curious about, and new ideas that our eyes have been...

Our Top 7 Lightbulb Moments from Equestrian Masterclass Instructors

Editorial Staff

As we wrap up the year and head into 2022, let's reflect on what we've learned, what we've become more curious about, and new ideas that our eyes have been...

Could Major League Show Jumping Help Move the Needle for Show Jumping Visibility in North America?

Could Major League Show Jumping Help Move the Needle for Show Jumping Visibility in North America?

Jessica Konopinski

Derived from the 18th century, the term “horsepower” originated to reflect the measurement of steel engines from the sheer power of the 1000 pound horse.  If you've ever been to...

Could Major League Show Jumping Help Move the Needle for Show Jumping Visibility in North America?

Jessica Konopinski

Derived from the 18th century, the term “horsepower” originated to reflect the measurement of steel engines from the sheer power of the 1000 pound horse.  If you've ever been to...

Set Your Horse Up For a Win: Ashlee Bond On Conquering the Open Water & Jump-Specific Training Issues

Set Your Horse Up For a Win: Ashlee Bond On Conquering the Open Water & Jump-Specific Training Issues

Jessica Konopinski

Multiple days of back-to-back Olympic competition, halfway around the world, and under the glare of the sport’s most prestigious and unforgiving spotlight would be enough to rattle any rider’s nerves....

Set Your Horse Up For a Win: Ashlee Bond On Conquering the Open Water & Jump-Specific Training Issues

Jessica Konopinski

Multiple days of back-to-back Olympic competition, halfway around the world, and under the glare of the sport’s most prestigious and unforgiving spotlight would be enough to rattle any rider’s nerves....