Ridecamp: [RC] jobs and training

What kinds of conditioning activities do you do in teh dark, in the ring when 
riding out really isn't an option. I board at a great barn that has varied 
terrain and I use it all, but this time of year especially it's dark and the 
dressage arena may be my only choice. I have a lot of ambient light from the 
streets and town, but how do you keep fit? I try to do a long hack every other 
week b/c I have a daughter and  a husband that actually like to see me. It's my 
goal in the new year to get maggie out with me the week in between. she's 5 and 
has a great pony. I'm also curious how many of you guys take the kids trail 
riding and how long them tend to last.


"With my older horse, I do alot of ground work and ring 
riding (alot of lateral bending and transitions) twice a week.  We go out for a 
long hack once a week (10-20 miles, depending on the conditions on the trail).  
He stays fit with this program, but obviously not for the longer distance 
rides.  
Unfortunately, I think if you are going to compete in a 50 or 100 early in the 
season, you gotta ride in the dark;-)  "

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