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Welcome to my blog—your go-to hub for everything endurance riding and horse care.You'll find practical tips, science-backed insights, and tried-and-tested strategies straight from the saddle.
I also geek out over upcoming high-profile endurance events. Think deep dives into the stats, exclusive chats with riders and organisers, and behind-the-scenes coverage you won’t find anywhere else.
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Previous World Championships
As part of my fact gathering for Monpazier, it seemed logical to me to then review the data from the previous three world championships too.
Bella Fricker
Aug 27, 20243 min read
Monpazier Fact File
Heading to Monpazier for the endurance World Championships in 2024 - you'll want to read this!
Bella Fricker
Aug 27, 20245 min read
Fuelling the Endurance Rider: The Essential Guide to Riding and Recovering Well
Let's not pretend that endurance riding is easy for us as the rider. At top level you could be riding for 10hrs + in a day and we all know t
Bella Fricker
Aug 23, 20246 min read
Why Green Lipped Mussel is a Top Choice for Joint Health in Horses
Joint supplements - where to begin. There are literally thousands of them on the market. Each making a different bold claim. There's hundred
Bella Fricker
Aug 22, 20245 min read
Despondent 21/08/24
I promise this whole blog isn’t going to be a woe me situation but I am going to start it feeling at least a little bit sorry for myself.
Bella Fricker
Aug 21, 20246 min read
Training on Hard Ground (or not)
Endurance riding as a sport does involve quite a bit of training to prepare both horse and rider for the challenges of covering long distanc
Bella Fricker
Aug 4, 20243 min read
Chip’s Test Results - 27/07/24
If you read the previous blog , you’ll know why I decided to test Chip for PPID (Cushing’s). On Monday the vet came and took his bloods...
Bella Fricker
Jul 27, 20244 min read
Holiday blues - 18/07/24
I'm just back from my first holiday in 6 years! In fact, this is the first time I've been away from my horses for so long since I was...
Bella Fricker
Jul 18, 20247 min read
Physio & life update - 01/07/24
Despite not having endurance rides on the immediate agenda I have been quite busy with all of the horses and have been finding a good sense
Bella Fricker
Jul 2, 20246 min read
Race report: Lavenham
My first (and maybe last?) race of the year for Chip? My 2024 season hasn't got off to the best start and in this I know that I am...
Bella Fricker
Jun 24, 202412 min read
Osteo Report: 24/06/24
After the disappointment of Lavenham I felt like I had quite a lot riding on this osteo visit....
Bella Fricker
Jun 24, 20243 min read
Comparing Different Breeds' Suitability for Endurance Riding
Endurance riding is a tough sport, but above all else it requires a very sound horse and one that has the desire to keep going, making...
Bella Fricker
Jun 21, 20246 min read
Hill Work for Endurance Horses
Hill training is a fundamental component of an effective conditioning program for endurance horses. It offers numerous benefits,...
Bella Fricker
Jun 17, 20243 min read
The Role of Genetics in Endurance Performance
To excel in endurance events, horses must possess a combination of physical and mental attributes that allow them to perform over long...
Bella Fricker
Jun 16, 20245 min read
How to Budget for Endurance Riding: A Comprehensive Guide
Endurance riding is a thrilling and rewarding equestrian sport, but it can also be quite costly (like anything involving horses to be...
Bella Fricker
Jun 15, 20247 min read
How to Set Realistic Goals for Endurance Riders
Setting realistic goals is a fundamental aspect of achieving success in any sport, and endurance riding is no exception. For endurance...
Bella Fricker
Jun 15, 20247 min read
The Science of Sports Drinks: What Works and What Doesn’t for Endurance Riders
When you're spending hours in the saddle, whether training for a 160km or even a 40km, hydration and nutrition become critical to your perfo
Bella Fricker
Jun 13, 20244 min read
The Importance of Rest and Recovery in Training Endurance Horses
While it may seem counter-intuitive, rest is just as important as the training itself.
Bella Fricker
Jun 8, 20244 min read
Balancing Work, Life, and Riding
With a full-time job and four horses, I think I can safely say I really do understand how hard it is to fit everything in. I’m a reasonably
Bella Fricker
Jun 8, 20246 min read
Cheffing!
Let’s go back to January when Sarah Light, the England team physio, nudged me to apply for the position of Chef d’Equipe of the England...
Bella Fricker
Oct 5, 202310 min read
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