Your future in the saddle depends on more than your horse's soundness. Strength, balance, vision and the ability to respond to changing situations deserve a place in your riding routine, too.

Horses detect subtle changes in human cortisol, heart rate, and nervous system state—revealing how emotional stress transfers between species.

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.