Day: 1 January 2023

3 Reasons Why Equine Therapy Is Good For You

Suzanne Ashton
Horse Therapy

Equine Therapy, also known as equine-assisted therapy, uses horses to help people reach their physical, emotional, and mental goals. It has become increasingly popular in recent years due to its many benefits. In this blog post, we will explore 3 reasons Equine Therapy is a great option for individuals looking to improve their overall health and wellbeing. Equine Therapy, also known as Hippotherapy, is a form of physical, occupational, and psychological therapy that utilizes horses as a therapeutic tool. It is an evidence-based practice used to successfully treat a wide…

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7 Surprising Health Benefits of Horse Riding

Suzanne Ashton
Benefits of horse riding horse and rider at the beach galloping in the water

Horse riding is a great way to get out and explore the outdoors while improving your overall health and well-being. There are many benefits of horse riding that you may not be aware of, and that’s why we’ve put together this list of 7 surprising health benefits of horse riding. Whether you’re a seasoned equestrian or just getting started, you’ll be surprised at how much your body can benefit from horse riding. Keep reading to discover the excellent health benefits of horse riding. 1) Improves posture Good posture is important…

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Hunt community volunteers clean up graffiti on vandalised bridge

Suzanne Ashton
Hunt community volunteers clean up vandalism on bridge

A team of community volunteers, organised by the Meynell and South Staffs Hunt, banded together to clean up graffiti left by anti-hunting activists on a bridge which runs across the Blithfield Reservoir, near Burton. Prior to the clean-up operation, both sides of the bridge had been daubed with anti-hunting slogans. Using what appeared to be spray paint, vandals scrawled ‘Hunting Scum ** off’ along both sides of the bridge, which runs over the 790-acre reservoir, which is a site of special scientific interest. Rural campaigning organisation the Countryside Alliance called…

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Traders Union experts told about best PAMM accounts for 2023

Suzanne Ashton
best PAMM accounts

Traders Union experts told about best PAMM accounts for 2023  It is not necessary to trade on your own, when you want to make money on Forex. You can use a PAMM account and just watch your capital grow. But in order to achieve this, you should open a PAMM account only with a trusted broker with a good reputation. Traders Union analysts conducted their own research, during which they identified the best PAMM brokers that show the best prospects for 2023. What are PAMM accounts and how do they…

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Mud Busting with Activ Scrub

Lucy Bennion
Activ Scrub

Activ Scrub – If your horse suffers from mud fever, here’s a product that not only helps treat the condition but helps prevent it too. *Advertorial Activ Scrub from Robinson Animal Healthcare is an antibacterial scrub and cleansing wash. Effective in seconds, it is ideal for battling the harmful bacteria that thrive in wet, muddy conditions in the winter months and for keeping legs clean. Mild and gentle, Activ Scrub is perfect for removing scabs, dirt and contamination from the skin. When washing legs, it is important to ensure that…

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Mud Control – Tried and Tested from NETTEX

Suzanne Ashton
Tried and Tested NETTEX

This month we review two products from the NETTEX Mud Control Range to help you out should your horse suffer from mud fever. Mud fever can strike at any time of the year, but is mostly found during the colder, wetter, winter months. Having products you know can help prevent the problem will help set you and your horse up for a happy healthy winter. Creating a barrier against the elements will mean your horse can be turned out more frequently (when available), will prevent suffering, and of course will…

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How To Build Your Horse A Fitness Plan

Abby Dickinson
Riding Centres Under Threat

Build your horse a fitness plan with this quick and easy guide. We take a look at how you can schedule an effective programme for improving your horse’s performance and help reduce the chance of injury. Before You Begin Before you begin your horse’s fitness plan, he or she should be given a general health check. This is an ideal time to: First Things First If you’re starting from scratch, take a look at our guide to bringing your horse back into work. However, if you’re upping the intensity or…

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Should you wash mud off horses’ legs?

Abby Dickinson
should you wash mud of horses legs? Horses stood at gate in a field

Should You Wash Mud Off Horses Legs? The question ‘should you wash mud off horses’ legs’ can be heavily debated on each and every yard. Tackling mud is a tricky one with horses, as we strive to keep our horses clean but also their health in tip-top shape. In a constant battle against the weather, you’ll never find a horse owner too far away from a stiff dandy brush in an attempt to scrub away layers of mud. We took a closer look to see which is better for our…

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Horse Rider Fitness + Rider Nutrition and Workout Plans

Suzanne Ashton
Horse rider fitness and fitness plans - horse and rider canter through a water element

Horse riding requires a level of fitness specific to the sport itself and often even the fittest of individuals struggle when it comes to getting on horseback. It’s all very well being able to run 5 miles a day without stopping and attending all the latest fitness classes, but without taking part in the correct exercises you are likely to find horse riding challenging. Getting enough hours in the saddle itself is a massive help towards correct rider fitness, but there are many ways to improve this when out of…

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