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Real stories. Real routines. No influencers, no gimmicks—just horse people helping horse people. Every post here is field-tested wisdom built on modern performance and proven calm.

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Why Is My Horse Stocked Up? Causes and Recovery Tips
Why Is My Horse Stocked Up? Causes and Recovery Tips
  • Equine Recovery Tips
June 16, 2025

Why Is My Horse Stocked Up? Causes and Recovery Tips

You walk into the barn and your horse’s legs look like stuffed sausages. Stocking up...
Should You Wrap Your Horse’s Legs? When It Helps—and When It Hurts
Should You Wrap Your Horse’s Legs? When It Helps—and When It Hurts
  • Equine Leg Wraps
June 15, 2025

Should You Wrap Your Horse’s Legs? When It Helps—and When It Hurts

Wrapping your horse’s legs can support recovery—but done wrong, it can do more harm than...
Weekend Warrior Horse Recovery Tips: Keep Them Sound and Ready
Weekend Warrior Horse Recovery Tips: Keep Them Sound and Ready
  • Equine Recovery Tips
June 14, 2025

Weekend Warrior Horse Recovery Tips: Keep Them Sound and Ready

Weekend warriors—horses that only get worked on the weekends—face unique recovery challenges. Here’s how to...
How to Check Your Horse’s Legs Daily in Just 3 Minutes
How to Check Your Horse’s Legs Daily in Just 3 Minutes
  • Daily Horse Care
June 13, 2025

How to Check Your Horse’s Legs Daily in Just 3 Minutes

In just three minutes a day, you can spot soreness, heat, or swelling before they...
Cold-Backed Horse Behavior: Causes, Signs & Recovery Tips
Cold-Backed Horse Behavior: Causes, Signs & Recovery Tips
  • Cold-Backed Horses
June 12, 2025

Cold-Backed Horse Behavior: Causes, Signs & Recovery Tips

A horse that pins their ears, hollows their back, or dances around when being saddled...
Topical vs. Oral Horse Recovery: What Works Best and When
Topical vs. Oral Horse Recovery: What Works Best and When
  • Equine Performance Tips
June 11, 2025

Topical vs. Oral Horse Recovery: What Works Best and When

Not all recovery tools work the same way. This guide breaks down the benefits and...
Stocking Up in Horses: What It Means & What to Do
Stocking Up in Horses: What It Means & What to Do
  • Equine Circulation
June 10, 2025

Stocking Up in Horses: What It Means & What to Do

Puffy legs aren’t always a red flag—but they’re not something to ignore, either. In this...
How to Use Liniment Daily for Optimal Horse Performance
How to Use Liniment Daily for Optimal Horse Performance
  • Daily Horse Care
June 9, 2025

How to Use Liniment Daily for Optimal Horse Performance

Liniment isn't just for injuries—it's a daily wellness tool. Here's how real riders work it...
Girthy Horse Behavior: What It Really Means & How to Help
Girthy Horse Behavior: What It Really Means & How to Help
  • Equine Body Language
June 8, 2025

Girthy Horse Behavior: What It Really Means & How to Help

If your horse pins their ears, bites, or dances around when you tack up, don’t...
Early Signs of Lameness in Horses: Spot It Before It Gets Serious
Early Signs of Lameness in Horses: Spot It Before It Gets Serious
  • Draw It Out® Gel
June 7, 2025

Early Signs of Lameness in Horses: Spot It Before It Gets Serious

Lameness doesn’t always start with a limp. Real riders know to look for the small...
Seasonal Joint Care for Horses: Cold, Heat & Everything Between
Seasonal Joint Care for Horses: Cold, Heat & Everything Between
  • Cold Weather Stiffness
June 6, 2025

Seasonal Joint Care for Horses: Cold, Heat & Everything Between

From cold-weather stiffness to heat-induced inflammation, your horse’s joints feel every season. Here’s how to...
Equine Tendon & Ligament Care: Injury Prevention for Real Riders
Equine Tendon & Ligament Care: Injury Prevention for Real Riders
  • Draw It Out® Gel
June 5, 2025

Equine Tendon & Ligament Care: Injury Prevention for Real Riders

Tendon and ligament injuries are every rider’s nightmare. They take forever to heal—and even longer...
Prehabilitation Series

Four-Part Routine to Keep Your Horse Sound

Explore each linked guide below — short, show-safe routines built around mobility, calm activation, and sensation-free support.

LIVE Oct 28 2025

Prehabilitation for Horses

Build daily habits that prevent problems: mobility, soft-tissue priming, and smart activation.

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Publishes Nov 4 2025

Horse Pre-Show Prep: The 48-Hour Plan

Arrive loose-not-lethargic with this calm step-by-step pre-show schedule.

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Publishes Nov 11 2025

Winter Mobility Routine for Horses

Keep stride elastic in the cold with a short, sensation-free warm-up.

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Publishes Nov 18 2025

Daily Barn Routine: The 12-Minute Mobility Flow

The everyday backbone of prehab: smooth walk-in, soft-tissue support, and quick activation.

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Who writes the Real Rider Resource?
Riders, trainers, and everyday horse people in our community. Submissions are edited for clarity and safety.
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We aim for weekly cadence. Subscribe for alerts so you never miss field-tested routines.
Are the routines show-safe?
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