I grain around 7 or so the night before, the usual amount that
my horse eats. I grain about the same the morning of, maybe not as much,
about 2 hours before the start. Little grain feedings occur at each vet
check. But this works for my horse. So whatever one does is up to
what your horse needs or does not need. I might add that my mare does not
get alot of grain anyhow so that has something to do with the whole equation
too. And yes, my mare is nice and round. In fact the vets laugh,
they claim that she is the only horse in MI that gains weight thru the ride
season. Yes, she wins at competitive too and gets great pulse recoveries
on both competitive and endurance. I don't run in front anymore on
endurance, but usually we finish in the top 10. So do what works for your
horse. It is your discovery to find.
Jeanie
