Spring 2012
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Explore Your Spring 2012 IH Magazine!
What’s Inside?
• A groundbreaking science trial comparing Monty Roberts' methods with conventional training, by Dr Veronica Fowler.
• Monty shares powerful insights on racing ethics, speed, and horse welfare.
• Lynn Chapman tells the heartwarming story of her ex-racehorses and how IH helped them thrive.
• Sarah Weston guides us through kind and effective solutions for loading issues in Spring Loaded.
• A member’s moving journey into dressage success with IH methods at the heart.
• Updates from IHRA work, including real-life loading case studies and practical tips.
• Review of Heather Moffett’s book Enlightened Equitation — beautifully practical and accessible.
• HorseWorld celebrates its Diamond Jubilee with Monty and Kelly as new patrons.
• Full course calendar and exciting new IH Olympic Year Awards.
Why You’ll Love This Issue
If you’ve ever wondered whether kind methods really work under pressure, the science trials on page 4 will make your heart sing — proof that our instincts were right all along.
Whether you're retraining an ex-racehorse (see Lynn’s wonderful journey), getting ready for competition (check out Sarah Bingham’s dressage debut), or just tackling loading issues as spring show season arrives, this issue is packed with advice, inspiration and reassurance. It’s practical, uplifting, and proof that we're always learning — together.
Complete Contents with Article Descriptions
Page 3 – Letter from Kelly
A warm welcome as Kelly reflects on Monty’s latest visit and the importance of scientific validation for kind, effective training.
Page 4 – Science Trials
Dr Veronica Fowler reports on a two-year scientific comparison between Monty Roberts’ methods and traditional UK training. The results? Kinder methods lead to calmer, better-performing horses.
Page 8 – Spring Forward
Monty and Lynn Chapman explore the ethics and future of horse racing, sharing thoughtful perspectives and inspiring stories of success with ex-racehorses.
Page 12 – Spring Loaded
Sarah Weston dives into the real reasons horses refuse to load and how IH methods turn fear into confidence, featuring practical tips and moving member experiences.
Page 14 – IH in Competition
Sarah Bingham’s honest, empowering journey into dressage, showing how IH transformed her relationship with her horse, Murphy.
Page 16 – IH Olympic Year Awards
Celebrating achievement in every form — whether it’s your first competition or your proudest personal milestone.
Page 17 – Book Review
Lisa Geraghty reviews Enlightened Equitation by Heather Moffett — a clear, encouraging guide for riders of all levels.
Page 18 – HorseWorld’s 60th Year
Monty and Kelly become patrons of HorseWorld in a brilliant start to their Diamond Jubilee year. A must-read for charity supporters and IH friends.
Page 19 – IH Charity Update
Spotlight on Shy Lowen and HorseWorld — two wonderful causes where horses and humans grow together.
Page 20 – My World
Kelly shares a personal training insight — Monty’s simple, effective method for keeping your horse straight and focused in the arena.
Page 21 – The Blood Transfusion
An extraordinary tale of how George Marks became a blood donor hero, with a vital explanation of how equine transfusions work.
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IH science, scientific research, ex-racehorses, loading, competition, arena, ethics dressage, welfare, book review
