Whether it's just warming up enough for you to get back in the saddle or you're fortunate enough to ride year round, some of us are feeling our physical fitness - or lack thereof. Maybe you're more aware of your lower back or hamstrings than you were last year. Have some ideas on what works to keep you comfortable and flexible in the saddle? Share 'em with us right here!

We all share a love of horses and an understanding of what it means to be in the saddle on a somewhat regular basis. Some of us, however, whether because of injury or life circumstance haven't been able to tack up for a while. Check out When Back in the Saddle Isn't an Option and post your story or reach out to those that could use an understanding ear.

We're always saying how knowledgeable our members are and that's been proven once again. Check out the always entertaining Chase and his overview of the New Trucks to Tow With posted in the Forum. See It - Do It!

Does pregnancy mean nine months of going cold turkey from horses? Talk about a topic that gets people fired up! How do we decide when it's safe to keep riding our horses or to hang up our spurs for the duration?

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StormyGal posted a new forum topic under General Discussion appropriately titled Getting' Back in the Saddle. Man, could I relate to this one. I've been thrown plenty over the years.

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Lil Roen is showing a horse this year in a bosal. He's been showing for a few years, but this is his first time using the bosal. He asked for a tip or two in the Ask the Trainer forum a week or so ago. So here you go Lil Roen. Author: Western & Reining Trainer, Hoyt Rose

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