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Two poles are all you need to nail your collected and extended paces, says dressage trainer and judge Jess Carr. That and a loud voice! Helen Milbank watches four exercises have a powerful effect on stride length, adjustability, and a horse’s rideability

KICK-START JANUARY WITH THE BEST ADVICE FROM THIS YEAR’S STANDOUT SELF-HELP AUTHORS…

Forget intimidating boot camps. Every move counts, according to movement expert Wendy Welpton, who shares her six principles to building everyday habits

When a near-fatal accident left former Country Walking editor GUY PROCTER broken, lost and grieving a life he could no longer live, it was walking that led him back to health, purpose, and joy.

THE REAL SECRET TO GETTING AND STAYING FIT IS ABOUT TAKING (IMPERFECT) ACTION. PUSH YOUR BODY LITTLE AND OFTEN TO BECOME STRONGER, FITTER AND MORE FLEXIBLE