Developing topline requires activating the horse’s core, engaging and lifting the spine and using the hindquarters effectively; here are a few useful exercises.

What does a pain-free, content horse really look like? Ongoing research aims to improve our horses’ experiences as partners in sport and life.

Achieving 'lightness' requires a shift of focus away from controlling the neck and head, and more attention directed to the seat and leg.

The high prevalence of lameness in sport horses – as much as 46% in a recent study – calls for greater need for identifying pain behaviours.

Research has indicated that many common behaviour issues are bit-induced, and we are failing to recognize the signs.

Early identification of musculoskeletal pain can prevent conditions from worsening and promote better welfare and rider safety.

Stricter dressage judging guidelines are needed, as current trends in FEI judging practices undermine equine welfare.

Here are some exercises that can be performed in-hand or under saddle to strengthen the horse's important core muscles.

Here are some simple training techniques to inspire more energy or instill patience to cultivate a willing partnership.

Achieving connection requires forward energy from the hind end; these exercises improve suppleness, flexion, balance and power.