Why Your Horse Is Better With a Mounting Block Than From the Ground
Real Rider Resource horse care blog by Draw It Out
March 22, 2026
Jon Conklin

Why Your Horse Is Better With a Mounting Block Than From the Ground

A horse that tolerates a mounting block but resists ground mounting is giving useful information....
Horse Gets Stiff During the Ride? How to Read the Pattern
Real Rider Resource horse care blog by Draw It Out
March 21, 2026
Jon Conklin

Horse Gets Stiff During the Ride? How to Read the Pattern

Some horses do not start stiff. They get stiff as the ride goes on. That...
Spring Horse Energy vs Fitness: A Conditioning Guide
Spring horse conditioning guide comparing fresh energy with workload, recovery, and actual fitness
March 21, 2026
Jon Conklin

Spring Horse Energy vs Fitness: A Conditioning Guide

An evergreen spring conditioning guide that separates fresh energy from fitness using workload, warm-up, breathing,...
Horse Pins Ears When Riding: What It Means Under Saddle
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March 20, 2026
Jon Conklin

Horse Pins Ears When Riding: What It Means Under Saddle

A horse that pins its ears under saddle is communicating something. This guide helps riders...
Horse Lacks Impulsion Under Saddle? What It Really Means
Real Rider Resource horse care blog by Draw It Out
March 18, 2026
Jon Conklin

Horse Lacks Impulsion Under Saddle? What It Really Means

When a horse moves but lacks energy, engagement, or forward drive, it often points to...
Cold Mornings, Warm Afternoons: Managing Spring Temperature Swings for Your Horse
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March 18, 2026
Jon Conklin

Cold Mornings, Warm Afternoons: Managing Spring Temperature Swings for Your Horse

Spring weather can shift 30 degrees in a single day. These rapid changes can affect...
Horse Crow-Hopping Under Saddle: Freshness, Tack, Training, and Comfort Checks
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March 17, 2026
Jon Conklin

Horse Crow-Hopping Under Saddle: Freshness, Tack, Training, and Comfort Checks

Crow-hopping under saddle can come from freshness, tack fit, training gaps, fear, or comfort concerns....
Spring Pasture Turnout: Helping Horses Transition Safely From Hay to Grass
Real Rider Resource horse care blog by Draw It Out
March 17, 2026
Jon Conklin

Spring Pasture Turnout: Helping Horses Transition Safely From Hay to Grass

Fresh spring pasture is one of the best parts of the season, but sudden diet...
Spring Trail Riding Prep: Getting Your Horse Ready for Uneven Terrain
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March 16, 2026
Jon Conklin

Spring Trail Riding Prep: Getting Your Horse Ready for Uneven Terrain

Spring trail rides are one of the best parts of the season, but uneven ground,...
Spring Horse Conditioning: A Progressive 30-Day Framework
Spring horse conditioning first 30 days workload and recovery checks
March 15, 2026
Jon Conklin

Spring Horse Conditioning: A Progressive 30-Day Framework

A flexible 30-day spring horse conditioning framework built around baseline fitness, one workload change at...
Horse Swishing Tail While Riding: Pain, Tack, Cues or Attitude?
Real Rider Resource guide to horse tail swishing while riding
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March 12, 2026
Jon Conklin

Horse Swishing Tail While Riding: Pain, Tack, Cues or Attitude?

A Real Rider Resource guide to tail swishing under saddle, timing patterns, tack pressure, comfort...
Early Spring Hoof Transitions: Supporting Soundness as Moisture & Growth Surge
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March 3, 2026
Jon Conklin

Early Spring Hoof Transitions: Supporting Soundness as Moisture & Growth Surge

As spring moisture rises and hooves begin growing faster, balance can change quickly. Learn how...
What “Light Tension” Means in Equine Kinesiology Tape (Simple, Real Terms)
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March 2, 2026
Jon Conklin

What “Light Tension” Means in Equine Kinesiology Tape (Simple, Real Terms)

If your tape fails, it is usually tension, prep, or removal. This guide defines light...
K Tape vs Wraps vs Boots for Horses (How to Choose on a Real Riding Week)
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March 2, 2026
Jon Conklin

K Tape vs Wraps vs Boots for Horses (How to Choose on a Real Riding Week)

Tape, wraps, and boots are different tools. Use this simple decision guide to stop stacking...
How to Remove Equine Kinesiology Tape with sensitive-skin consideration (Sensitive Skin Guide)
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March 2, 2026
Jon Conklin

How to Remove Equine Kinesiology Tape with sensitive-skin consideration (Sensitive Skin Guide)

Removal is where most irritation happens. Use this calm, repeatable method to protect skin and...
Back and Topline Support With Equine Kinesiology Tape (Simple Rider Routine)
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March 2, 2026
Jon Conklin

Back and Topline Support With Equine Kinesiology Tape (Simple Rider Routine)

A practical back and topline taping routine built around clean prep, light tension, and comfort....
Hauling Stocking Up Routine for Horses (Equine Kinesiology Tape Guide)
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March 2, 2026
Jon Conklin

Hauling Stocking Up Routine for Horses (Equine Kinesiology Tape Guide)

A real-world hauling routine built around light support, movement breaks, and clean skin basics, with...
Horse Hock Taping Guide: A Cautious Support Routine
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March 2, 2026
Jon Conklin

Horse Hock Taping Guide: A Cautious Support Routine

A safety-first horse hock taping routine covering professional assessment, clean skin prep, light application, monitoring,...
Spring Wind and Fresh Horses: Managing Explosive Energy Without Strain
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March 2, 2026
Jon Conklin

Spring Wind and Fresh Horses: Managing Explosive Energy Without Strain

Windy spring days can turn even steady horses into fireworks. Learn how to channel fresh...
The Expensive Part Is Already Paid: The Calm Routine That Protects Your Ride
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February 16, 2026
Jon Conklin

The Expensive Part Is Already Paid: The Calm Routine That Protects Your Ride

Most seasons are lost in small compromises. This calm, repeatable routine helps real riders protect...