14/05/2026
New research led by Hartpury University is shedding light on the experiences of female riders during pregnancy and their return to equestrian sport after childbirth, highlighting the physical, emotional, and practical challenges many women face 👩👧👧
This is particularly topical given the conversations that are happening following Ros Canter's brilliant Badminton Horse Trials win 🌟
The research was conducted by Hartpury University’s Female Rider Health, Wellbeing and Performance Community of Practice in collaboration with the University of Kentucky.
Read more here: https://www.hartpury.ac.uk/news/2026/05/hartpury-research-explores-riders-experiences-of-pregnancy-and-returning-to-equestrian-sport/