British Eventing Life - The official magazine of British Eventing

Think like a champion

A golden 2021 saw British riders celebrate a number of successes on the world stage, but when it comes to finding out what makes a winner, it takes more than just talent

You ask the questions: Tom McEwen

After a memorable year for the double Olympic medallist in 2021, Tom answers your questions on his horses, the year that was and why there could be more success on the horizon

Our guardian angel: The medics

When it comes to rider safety, BE’s Chief Medical Officer Katharine Hartington and her team are on a mission to provide protection for all

Rider fitness: Improve your breathing and strength

Equestrian fitness expert Nicola Stuart says adding more intensity to your training can help with your breathing and strength when you’re on the cross country course

Tips & Advice: Getting on the road

Preparation is key for the eventing season, so we caught up with world number two Jonelle Price and her Head Girl, Kerryn Edmans, to discover how they prepare for the months ahead

Saddlery: Pre-season preparation is essential for success

With two years of interrupted competition behind us, riders have high hopes for the season ahead. Achieve your goals this season with this preparation checklist from our partner Bates Saddles

2022 season preview: Look what’s back…

As 2022 welcomes the return of Badminton and Burghley to the eventing calendar, there are plenty more events at every level to get excited about for the new season

Rider

Our guardian angel: The medics

When it comes to rider safety, BE’s Chief Medical Officer Katharine Hartington and her team are on a mission to provide protection for all

British Eventing Support Trust launches digital platforms

As the new charity set up to provide invaluable support for injured BE members marks the launch, we caught up with Charity Administrator Jane Rudd

Amateur rider: Emma Wilkes

As we celebrate the inaugural Novice Masters series, amateur rider Emma reveals how she juggles life with eventing

Off-horse exercises to get in shape

Equestrian fitness expert Nicola Stuart has four off-horse exercises to work riders' muscles isometrically, as they do when in the saddle.

Training

Gaining your cross country edge

Horse and rider fitness are essential ingredients for a cross country phase so are you ready to nail that perfect, penalty-free round?

Horse

Owner Karen Bartlett: “Eventing brings me such joy”

For Karen Bartlett, co-owner of Olympic gold-medal-winning London 52, eventing means everything

The eventing stars of tomorrow

The 2021 season is one BE fans will remember for many years, but what about the future?

Spot, treat and prevent winter horse ailments

The colder months can present a challenge, so we talked to equine vet Jane Nixon MA Vet MB BSc MRCVS about the most common winter ailments

Training

Clockwatching: Ride on time

As every good coach will tell you, watching the clock should be secondary to many other facets of cross country riding, but developing a feel for the correct pace really is a key lesson to learn

Gaining your cross country edge

Horse and rider fitness are essential ingredients for a cross country phase so are you ready to nail that perfect, penalty-free round?

Maximise your warm up

Set yourself up for success with BE-accredited performance coach Linda De Matteo’s top tips to get the most of your warm up