In this issue

March/April 2021

The Science Behind Tapering

The science behind tapering

5 mins

Horse Treats

The ultimate guide

5 mins

Horsey Hair Care

Tips and tricks for a healthy mane and tail

5 mins

Horsey Hydration- The Importance Of Water In Winter

The importance of water in winter

4 mins

A Horseback Safari

Abelana Game Reserve

6 mins

The Psychology Of Riding Performance

Intrinsic motivation, part 7

7 mins

10 Best Life Lessons From Horses

Life lessons from our horses

4 mins

Breaking New Ground

The evolution of the Callaho Online Auction

5 mins

Horse Psychology 101

Part 3: The horse's cognitive abilities

9 mins

Colic Part 1

An owner’s worst nightmare

7 mins

Beating The Heat

Coping during the summer months

8 mins

Deirdré Janse Van Rensburg And Her Very Special Mare, Balaika

HQ magazine has been wanting to chat to Mounted Archery Association South Africa (MAASA) President, Deirdré Janse van Rensburg, for some time. Her work with her magnificent mare, Balaika, is quite astonishing, and is something really different for us to delve into. She has a very special connection with her horse, riding in multiple disciplines with only a neck rope; creating awareness of mounted archery; and advocating for bitless riding and kinder training techniques that are founded in having a deep connection and relationship with your horse. We wanted to recognise both her relationship with her mare and her achievements in mounted archery, by featuring her as one of our ‘20 Riders of 2020’.

10+ mins

The Clydesdale

Giants with style and elegance

3 mins

Aspects Of Performance

How long do these things take?

6 mins

The Polyvagal Theory

Things are never as simple as they seem…

4 mins

The Icelandic Horse

The horse of the Vikings

3 mins

Hitting A Plateau 8 Coping Strategies

We’ve all been there – on the plateau – wondering how on earth we’ll ever move forwards, and if our riding has hit a ceiling. For those who are somewhat less familiar with the plateau than we are – the term is commonly used to describe the point in learning a new skill, when you realise you’re just not making any progress, and that you have no idea how to get to the next level. Most, if not all, riders will hit plateaus with a frustrating degree of regularity on their journey to the top.

7 mins

Midfeeds And Tack 'n Togs

Purveyors of the equestrian lifestyle

7 mins

Low-Intensity Schooling

Planning for the holidays

10+ mins

Hollard Equipage

A love of horses is in its heart and soul

4 mins

The Shoulder-In

Mastering the exercise of the Grand Masters

6 mins

Paddock Paradise - Turning Turnout Around

Turning turnout around

7 mins

The Warm-Up

Getting it right

3 mins

Give Me A Break!

The Importance Of Taking Time Out In Training

9 mins

Horse Psychology 101

Part 1: The evolution and domestication of our modern horse and pony

7 mins

Equine Bowen Therapy A Less Well-Known Alternative

Equine Bowen Therapy (EBT) is a lesser-known alternative therapy modality for horses. It is a light, soft tissue manipulation technique.

4 mins

The Dangers Of ‘Should'

Shifting your mindset

4 mins

The Psychology Of Riding Performance

Accept reality, part 5

7 mins

IRON RULER

The super-talented ex-racehorse

8 mins

Holding the line

Maintaining straightness

4 mins

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HQ magazine Magazine Description:

HQ, South Africa’s premier equestrian magazine, is aimed at all those with a lifestyle and passion for horses. This monthly magazine contains articles dedicated to health and nutrition and addresses the relationship between horses and their owners as well as their grand country estate lifestyle. HQ provides useful information and step-by-step guidelines on the care and feeding, training, and behaviour of horses as well as advice on products. Each issue also contains a regular section on equine sporting news and a comprehensive advertising section for breeders and buyers alike.