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April Horse&Rider is out today! 🎉 [View this email in your browser]( The 2024 season is well under way, and it’s shaping up to be a pretty exciting one. May sees the 75th anniversary of Badminton, and thanks to it being an Olympic year, we can look forward to a stellar start list as riders hope to catch selectors’ eyes. In this issue, we learn more about the event’s humble beginnings and why it’s so special. While the fields are still recovering from the wettest February in 190 years, it’s been the perfect weather for testing lightweight coats (every cloud and all that). Testing kit is something we take really seriously at Horse&Rider – for example, did you know items go on a long test – usually three months, but often a lot more – to ensure they’re durable and will perform well for you? See what we thought and who came out on top. And if you’re feeling inspired to update your or your horse’s wardrobe, then don’t miss the amazing Hy Equestrian catalogue, free with this issue! Assistant Editor Sarah spent an enlightening afternoon with passionate rider and experienced personal trainer, Jo Collins, to find out how we can hone our own fitness around our daily yard routines and without any specialist equipment, too. Jo’s exercises can be adapted to suit any fitness level and we’re already seeing their benefits – discover Jo’s water bucket workout to get started yourself! All this and so much more in the April issue of Horse&Rider – on sale now! Eventing success part two: perfect prep Whatever your chosen discipline, getting prepared for a competition involves hours of hard work, and, with eventing, the amount of preparation – both physical and mental – is trebled. From a focus on fitness to refining the tools in your training kit, Piggy March shares her preparation advice in the second part of our event series. On the level It’s well recognised that what we feed our horses can have a significant impact on both their behaviour and their health, and this is especially true when it comes to the amount of starch and sugar in their diets. In this feature, nutritionist Joanna Palmer looks at ways to feed a diet low in starch and sugar without compromising on nutrition. Gut reaction Colic is one of the most common conditions affecting horses and it can be life-threatening. Spotting the signs of colic and acting immediately are vital for successful recovery, says vet Hayley Chidlow. Find out how to spot the signs in April Horse&Rider. Total position guide: straightness Riding effectively and supporting your horse is crucial to achieving success in whatever discipline you prefer. Polishing your position and improving your horse’s way of going are intrinsically linked – dressage star Lewis Carrier shares his tips in this new series. Critical thinking Most of us have an inner critic, a voice inside our head that tells us negative messages about all manner of things going on in our lives. In the new issue, Alison Buttery explains how to manage your inner critic and silence those damaging negative comments. Win with April Horse&Rider This month we have £1,445 worth of prizes to be won! Enter on our website for your chance to win some epic prizes from British Horse Feeds, Lincoln Horse Care, Jump 4 Joy, Salute Equestrian, EquiGlo and Hy Equestrian! Bolesworth Festival offers 10 days of equestrian fun Festival season is almost upon us – and it’s not always about music. The Bolesworth International Equestrian Summer Festival, presented by Al Shir’aa, is taking place over 10 days from 6–16 June, promising some top-class showjumping and much more. Hold your horses As an owner, you’ll know that there’s often a fair bit of travelling involved when it comes to horses. Wherever you’re going, you’ll certainly want your four-legged friend to travel in comfort and with the least amount of stress possible. Find the right trailer for your horse with The Insurance Emporium. [Follow us on Instagram]( [Find us on Facebook]( [View our YouTube]( [Website]( Copyright © 2024 Horse and Rider, All rights reserved. You were subscribed to the newsletter from Horse and Rider Our mailing address is: Horse and Rider Olive Studio Grange RoadFarnham, Surrey GU10 2DQ United Kingdom [Add us to your address book]( Want to change how you receive these emails? You can [update your preferences]( or [unsubscribe from this list](