Ridecamp: Re: [RC] The Aging Equine Athlete!

> I think a lesson that can be gained from this, is that foundation is
> important, even more than starting age.  A tough horse can run fast
> and far, for many years, if you let the bones and joints get strong
> before you start going at speed.  Of course, an older horse often
> already has some foundation and may not take as long to condition.

Exactly.  RT Muffin started right off as a 5-year-old as well, but had a
couple of years of riding under his belt to get some base.

Heidi


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