Riding an ex-racehorse is about teaching new signals, new balance and new expectations — and allowing time for both body and mind to adapt

Bored with doing the same exercises over and over in an arena? In the first part of a new series, coach Niki Otterburn explains that training doesn’t have to be repetitive — and, indeed, her creation of ‘gym’ sessions for equines can help all horses, including a super-keen eventing pony with a lust for life

Would your horse choose you? Emma Massingale shares some small routine changes to strengthen your bond and become the human they want to be with

Buying great horses isn’t all about six-figure sums and flashy auctions. Luz Wollocombe finds out from top riders about the special purchases that changed their lives

While some horses find galloping easy, for many it is something that needs to be taught. Ellie Hughes asks the experts how they do it

‘The horses who made me’