This year, ‘Blue Monday’ falls on January 16, less than one week away. We’re here to help you navigate the saddest day of the year, as well as the dark days of winter when we are forced to spend a lot of our time in the saddle within the confines of an indoor arena.

Here are some indoor activities you and your horse can do to make the most of these winter months.

1. Try a new activity with your horse in the indoor arena. Set up trotting poles, try long-reining, at-liberty training, practice ground manners, anything that will be a challenge, or a change will create a more positive attitude for you and your mount. Working equitation, anyone?

Advertisement