Practical Horseman Podcast

This week's episode of the Practical Horseman Podcast, sponsored by Purina, is with three-time U.S. Olympic eventer Boyd Martin. Boyd moved from Australia to the United States in 2007 in pursuit of his international eventing dreams. Then, in 2009, he became an American citizen. Boyd has since represented the United States at three Olympic Games, three World Championships and two Pan American Games. He’s also had competitive success at every five-star across the globe, including two wins—Adelaide in 2003 and Maryland in 2021. In addition, he’s been named the United States Eventing Association’s Rider of the Year seven times. A thanks to the sponsor of this week's podcast, Purina: Attention horse owners. Are you looking to help your horse recover with ease after a strenuous workout? Would you like to nourish your horse and their digestive system? If so, try the new Purina RepleniMash Product. It’s much more than a mash. RepleniMash promotes hydration, replenishes electrolytes and supports gastric comfort. Put Purina’s research to the test. Stop into your local Purina retailer and grab a bag of Purina RepleniMash Product.

This week’s episode of the Practical Horseman Podcast, sponsored by Purina, is with longtime Kentucky Three-Day Event announcer, Charlotte Skinner-Robson.

This week’s episode of the Practical Horseman Podcast, sponsored by Purina, is with leading hunter rider and top trainer, Geoffrey Hesslink.

This week’s episode of the Practical Horseman Podcast, sponsored by the Mustang Classic, is with five-star eventer and mustang trainer, Elisa Wallace.

On this week’s episode, hunter trainer Louise Serio talks about the importance of using your leg first, as well as using the seat and leg to communicate more so than the hand. She also explains the importance of using the inside leg to outside rein to help the horse balance properly.

This week’s episode of the Practical Horseman Podcast, sponsored by Cosequin, is with Practical Horseman’s 2023 Trainer of the Year, Liz Reader.

This special episode, sponsored by Cosequin®, features the top three finishers of the $450,000 Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ Washington CSI5*.

This week’s episode of the Practical Horseman Podcast, sponsored by USRider, hear from top riders at the 2023 MARS Maryland 5 Star at Fair Hill.

On this week’s episode, the late and great Jim Wofford gives a lecture about horses’ vision and balance, including horses’ eyes and their line of sight. He goes on to talk about martingales and the concept of being on the bit, and how this can inhibit the jump. Wofford brings this back around to how, in the pursuit of contact or frame, riders can inadvertently disadvantage their horse's natural balance for the job at hand.

This week’s episode of the Practical Horseman Podcast, sponsored by Purina, is with top hunter, jumper and equitation trainer, Berry Porter.

This special episode from the 2023 Capital Challenge Horse Show features interviews with top finishers including John French and Nick Haness.

This week’s episode of the Practical Horseman Podcast, sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim, is with international eventer Megan Kepferle.

On this week’s episode, German riding instructor Ronny Riemer explains rein connection. He clarifies that a loose rein is not a hanging or loopy rein, because that allows the bit to bounce in the horse’s mouth, causing irritation. Rather, a loose rein means a soft hand that maintains connection to the horse’s mouth.

On this week’s episode, natural horsemanship expert Chelsea Canedy demonstrates different ways she introduces a horse to going through water obstacles. She explains how to encourage the horse's curiosity towards an object and positively reinforces the horse any time she makes a move toward or in the water.

This week’s episode of the Practical Horseman Podcast, sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim, is with leading international show jumper, Hunter Holloway.

This week’s episode of the Practical Horseman Podcast, sponsored by USRider, is with 2023 National Show Hunter Hall of Fame inductee Bill Schaub. Because Bill is such an accomplished hunter and equitation trainer, he and host Sandy Oliynyk talk about riding and training both horses and riders. Bill discusses his favorite exercise to help a rider develop feel, treating horses as individuals to bring out their best, a rider’s timing and seeing distances to the jumps, competition-ring tips and how to keep competition nerves under control, plus a lot more. Bill has been a professional in the industry for nearly 50 years and trained some of the country’s top pony, junior and amateur riders and their horses. His horses and students have earned more than 50 championship and reserve championship titles at prestigious shows such as the Devon Horse Show and the East Coast fall indoor circuit. Top students have included Ashley and Courtney Kennedy, Liza Towell Boyd, Lauren Bass, Evan Coluccio and Taylor St. Jacques. He’s based at his Over The Hill Farm in Wellington, Florida, and Lexington, Kentucky. Whether you and your horse are headed across the country or just down the road, the new USRider app helps you be prepared. From free travel planning, checklists, travel document storage, health alerts, emergency vet/farrier referrals and more, you’ll find everything you need to stay organized and have a safe trip at your fingertips. Plus, USRider members can easily request roadside assistance within the app! Ready to make traveling with your horses easier? Download the new USRider app from the Apple and Google Play app stores today!

On this week’s episode, CCI5* event rider and ICP Level IV Certified Instructor Ashley Johnson helps a young rider moving up to Preliminary Level with the skills necessary to have a successful show jumping round in competition. The emphasis is on exercises to control the bigger stride needed and the more electric atmosphere of the show.

Hi. I’m Stephanie Ruff, content manager for Practical Horseman. Welcome to this special edition of the Practical Horseman podcast sponsored by Cosequin®. Cosequin® ASU Joint & Hoof Pellets contain quality ingredients to support joint and hoof health and leave out the fillers molasses and alfalfa — all while delivering the taste horses love. The colors of our ingredients shine through for a difference you can see. Visit cosequinequine.com to learn more. The Event at Rebecca Farm, held every July in Kalispell, Montana, is arguably held at one of the most scenic places in the United States if not the world. It’s extremely inviting with divisions ranging from Beginner Novice through CCI4* long. But what makes this event a must-attend for so many people around the country? Practical Horseman asked four individuals that question. Perhaps the person who summed it up best is the first response here. It comes from Jennifer Saville, winner of the CCI3*L. Next we hear from local Kalispell resident Jen Moody, who competed in the Open Novice and CCI3*S, followed Andrew McConnon, winner of the CCI4*S and James Alliston, winner of the CCI4*L. Thanks to Consequin® for sponsoring Practical Horseman’s coverage of The Event at Rebecca Farms.

On this week’s episode, hunter trainer Louise Serio coaches riders through a hunter course with a bending line in part two of this two part series. With nervous horses, sometimes repetition helps the horse relax, but it is important that the rider stay relaxed as well. She also stresses the importance of knowing your horse and his stride and how that will affect riding the lines.

This week’s episode of the Practical Horseman Podcast, sponsored by Purina Animal Nutrition, is with is with top West Coast hunter competitor and trainer, Jenny Karazissis.