A comprehensive and immensely practical guide to getting your horse in peak condition, whatever his build and whatever his discipline. Fitness is vital, whether you aim to compete at international level or local weekend competitions, or ride purely for pleasure. A fit horse will stand a better chance of staying sound, both physically and mentally, and will have a longer and more active life. In Getting Horses Fit , Carolyn Henderson—with the assistance of competitors, equine science experts, and experienced owners—explains what fitness is and how to achieve it, enabling owners to work out an individual program suitable for their own horses' needs, whatever their level of activity.
