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Real Rider Resource

Field-tested wisdom from everyday horse people. Practical routines, barn hacks, and recovery know-how you can trust—built on modern performance, proven calm.

The Real Rider Resource

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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Daily ReJüv™ Routine: Simple Steps for Everyday Relief | Draw It Out®
Daily ReJüv™ Routine: Simple Steps for Everyday Relief | Draw It Out®
September 17, 2025

Daily ReJüv™ Routine: Simple Steps for Everyday Relief | Draw It Out®

ReJüv™ Gel is sensation-free recovery you can use daily. This guide shows simple pre/post activity...
Equine Infectious Anemia (EIA) in Horses: Causes, Symptoms, Coggins Testing & Prevention
Equine Infectious Anemia (EIA) in Horses: Causes, Symptoms, Coggins Testing & Prevention
September 17, 2025

Equine Infectious Anemia (EIA) in Horses: Causes, Symptoms, Coggins Testing & Prevention

No vaccine. No cure. Here’s how EIA spreads, what signs to watch, how Coggins testing...
Equine Protozoal Myeloencephalitis (EPM) in Horses: Signs, Testing, Treatment & Rehab
Equine Protozoal Myeloencephalitis (EPM) in Horses: Signs, Testing, Treatment & Rehab
September 16, 2025

Equine Protozoal Myeloencephalitis (EPM) in Horses: Signs, Testing, Treatment & Rehab

Clear, barn-ready guidance on EPM—cause, signs, best-practice diagnostics, treatment, prevention, and practical rehab tips riders...
West Nile Virus in Horses: Causes, Symptoms, Prevention & Treatment
West Nile Virus in Horses: Causes, Symptoms, Prevention & Treatment
September 15, 2025

West Nile Virus in Horses: Causes, Symptoms, Prevention & Treatment

What Real Riders should know about WNV: life cycle, early warning signs, diagnostics, vaccination and...
Fall Real Rider Routine: Cooling & Support for Post‑Ride Legs
Fall Real Rider Routine: Cooling & Support for Post‑Ride Legs
September 15, 2025

Fall Real Rider Routine: Cooling & Support for Post‑Ride Legs

Real Riders know fall recovery is about balance. Cool the heat, support the tendons, and...
Lyme Disease in Horses: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis & Management
Lyme Disease in Horses: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis & Management
September 14, 2025

Lyme Disease in Horses: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis & Management

What Real Riders need to know about Lyme disease—how horses get it, what to watch...
Fall Muscle Recovery Plan for Horses (Show‑Safe Routine) | Draw It Out®
Fall Muscle Recovery Plan for Horses (Show‑Safe Routine) | Draw It Out®
September 13, 2025

Fall Muscle Recovery Plan for Horses (Show‑Safe Routine) | Draw It Out®

When the fall show run stacks miles, keep your horse in top shape with this...
Equine Weight Management: Safe Weight Loss & Gain Plans for Real Riders
Equine Weight Management: Safe Weight Loss & Gain Plans for Real Riders
September 13, 2025

Equine Weight Management: Safe Weight Loss & Gain Plans for Real Riders

How to assess, plan, and execute safe weight change—BCS/crest scoring, forage targets, turnout, training blocks,...
Cushing’s Disease (PPID) in Horses: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis & Management
Cushing’s Disease (PPID) in Horses: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis & Management
September 12, 2025

Cushing’s Disease (PPID) in Horses: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis & Management

PPID is the most common endocrine disorder in older horses. Learn causes, signs, ACTH/TRH testing,...
Equine Metabolic Syndrome (EMS) in Horses: Symptoms, Diet, Tests & Safe Support
Equine Metabolic Syndrome (EMS) in Horses: Symptoms, Diet, Tests & Safe Support
September 10, 2025

Equine Metabolic Syndrome (EMS) in Horses: Symptoms, Diet, Tests & Safe Support

EMS is on the rise. Here’s how to spot insulin resistance, test for it, manage...
Real Rider: Jenna Riga’s Post-Ride Routine
Real Rider: Jenna Riga’s Post-Ride Routine
September 9, 2025

Real Rider: Jenna Riga’s Post-Ride Routine

On the road and on the clock, consistency wins. Jenna Riga’s three-step routine—cool smart, dry...
Fall Mud Season Playbook: Stop Scratches, Rain Rot & Thrush (Before They Start)
Fall Mud Season Playbook: Stop Scratches, Rain Rot & Thrush (Before They Start)
September 8, 2025

Fall Mud Season Playbook: Stop Scratches, Rain Rot & Thrush (Before They Start)

Mud season doesn’t have to mean scratches, rain rot, or thrush. Use this fall playbook...

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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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Are the routines show-safe?
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