The Thinking Rider

Senior Editor Jennifer Forsberg Meyer offers insights and resources to improve your riding life and help you enjoy your horse more—around the barn, in the practice arena, at the horse show, or down the trail.

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The Right Horse = A Good Match
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Obstacles? Bring ’Em On--Your Horse Will Love It
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Hey--Horses Aren’t Binary!
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When Square Is Hip (And Improves Your Horsemanship)
What's Your Horse 'Saying'?
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Packers Are Priceless—Here’s Why
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Practice Makes…(wait for it)…*Possible*
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Rearing Horse? Four Key Cautions
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Tests to Tell If He’s a ‘Can-Do’ Horse
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Seat-Bone Power! (Do *You* Have It?)
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Improve Your Balance - Ride Your Horse Bareback!
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Solve Riding Problems With This One Great Tip
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