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Riding and Brain Health: How Horseback Riding May Help Prevent Cognitive Decline in Women
New research suggests horseback riding may improve dual-task brain function, build cognitive reserve, and help protect against mild cognitive impairment in aging women.
May 52 min read


The Somatic Syncing Toolkit: 5 Products to Regulate Your Nervous System
Your horse mirrors your nervous system. Discover science-backed tools and supplements that help equestrians reduce stress, regulate cortisol, and ride with calm focus.
Apr 292 min read


The Equestrian Bone-Armor Protocol: 5 Products to Protect Your Skeleton
Horseback riding does not build bone density. Discover the best supplements and training tools for female equestrians to strengthen bones and prevent osteoporosis after 40.
Apr 292 min read


The Neuroplasticity Stack: 5 Brain Supplements Every Rider Over 40 Needs
Discover the best brain supplements for horse riders to improve focus, memory, and neuroplasticity. Science-backed nutrients that support cognitive performance in the saddle.
Apr 292 min read


Horseback Riding for Brain Fog: What Science Says About Focus and Mental Fatigue
Struggling with brain fog? Horseback riding stimulates the nervous system, improving focus, memory, and mental clarity. Discover the neuroscience behind equestrian brain health.
Apr 294 min read


Why the Equestrian Brain is Wired for High-Level Problem Solving
Horseback riding strengthens executive function, emotional control, and decision-making. Discover the neuroscience behind how riders develop elite leadership skills.
Apr 292 min read


The Real Reason 61% of Female Riders Have Lower Back Pain
Over 60% of riders suffer from lower back pain. Discover the science behind equestrian back pain, saddle biomechanics, and how to fix it for long-term riding comfort.
Apr 292 min read


Heart Rate Coherence: The Science of "Clicking" With Your Horse
Your horse can feel your stress. Discover the science of heart rate synchronization, how your nervous system affects your horse, and how to ride with calm, control, and connection.
Apr 292 min read


Horseback Riding and Bone Density: Why Women Riders Still Risk Osteoporosis
Think horseback riding protects your bones? Research shows female equestrians may still be at risk for bone loss. Learn how to build bone density and prevent osteoporosis.
Apr 292 min read


The Equestrian Brain: What Science Actually Says About Riding, Cognitive Health, and Aging
Discover how horseback riding boosts brain health in women over 40. Learn how riding increases neuroplasticity, improves focus, and helps prevent cognitive decline naturally.
Apr 295 min read


Equestrian Health & Fitness: Rider Wellness, Mobility, and Strength for Better Riding
In this episode of Horse Talk, The Horse Review host Lauren Abbott explores equestrian health and fitness for women riders ages 35–65. From mobility and strength training to injury prevention and functional fitness, she shares practical strategies to help equestrians stay strong, flexible, and active in the saddle. The episode covers common rider pain points, daily movement routines, and why resistance training is essential for long-term wellness, performance, and longevity.
Mar 43 min read


SafeSport in Equestrian Sport
Insights into equine law with attorney Kimbrell Hines of Turkel Cuva Barrios Guerra Law explores the U.S. Center for SafeSport, its federal origins, authority in Olympic sports, and impact on the equestrian industry. The article examines compliance, athlete protection, education, jurisdictional challenges, adult disputes, and due process risks, offering legal insight into how SafeSport shapes governance, accountability, and the future of equestrian sport.
Feb 216 min read
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