How much conditioning does your horse really need to get ready for endurance riding? In this episode, personal trainer and endurance rider Tamara Baysinger – aka The Sweaty Equestrian – explains why newer endurance horses benefit from a simple foundation of long, slow distance—and how to build toward a first LD or 50 without overcomplicating …
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At the recent Pacific Northwest Endurance Rides annual convention, I had the privilege of listening to Dr. Susan Garlinghouse’s series of three talks on endurance horse hydration and nutrition. Although I’ve heard these lectures before, there’s always something to learn or remember! This time around, Atlas’ owner Layne and I sat in the back, scribbling …
Endurance Horse Nutrition: Calculating the Ideal 2-Cup Fat Diet for Peak Performance Read More »
Before you say it…I know. You’re not racing. So, why would you want to make better time on the endurance trail? If you’re angling to top ten, the value of finishing an endurance ride more quickly is obvious. But as I frequently explain to non-horsey types, endurance riding is like human marathoning: A few are racing …
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Have you ever gotten excited about the upcoming endurance ride season, only to look at your daily schedule and feel your insides deflate? As much as you want to finally get out there, reality is overwhelming. How are you supposed to condition your endurance horse, work full time, commute, exercise, care for your family, and …
Preparing for Tevis is just like preparing for any other endurance ride.
Okay, it’s not.
Okay, it is…but it isn’t.
If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to get ready for Tevis, here’s a window into the process.
What does it take to get a good prospect to the starting line of the famed Western States 100 Mile Trail Ride? I sat down with Atlas and his owner, Layne Lewis, to ask.
Heat acclimation is a tool used by all kinds of athletes to improve their ability to perform in hot and/or humid conditions. Endurance riders can benefit from it as well. Here’s what you need to know.
There isn’t a world in which riding Tevis will be easy. However, there absolutely are ways I can prepare my body and mind for the challenge. In following along, you’ll pick up some strategies you can apply to your own endurance riding readiness. Even if you’re starting at a different level or shooting for a different endurance riding goal, the concepts still apply.
Can you ride endurance without crew? Absolutely! However, you might prefer to have one. Let your values and skill sets help you decide.
For equestrian endurance riding, a well-stocked crew bag makes caring for your hardworking horse (not to mention yourself) a breeze.