Re: RC: Conditioning question

[Teddy Lancaster <teddy@runningbear.com>]

Make haste slowly and read "The Fit Racehorse" by Tom Ivers.

Teddy

Sarah McIntosh wrote:

> I
> have some questions to do with this quote: ***
> It takes approximately 5 years to build up the bone strength.
> It takes approximately 2 years to
> build up the medium to soft tissues.
> It takes approximately 4 months to
> build up the heart/aerobic condition.
> It takes approximately 4 weeks to
> build up the sweat production. ***** I
> got this from the FAQ, one of Wendy Milner's posts. Question
> 1:  Is the 5 years for bone strength anything to be particularly concerned
> about? What I mean
> is, if I have already conditioned my horse for 1 year, in year 2 i am going
> to do more of the same (regular work includes a lot of walking up and down
> hills, some trotting on hard logging roads, some cantering)  
> plus add a bit more speed.  Usually rides are 1 - 4 hours)  So
> far, legs are clean after every ride.  Attitude is great.  What
> are the risks associated with putting too much stress on the bones? Question
> 2:  2 years for medium to soft tissues, same question - what do I
> need to look for? So
> far I think I am doing fine, but I don't want to push her too fast and
> damage something I'm not even aware of.  This is my first Arab and
> her natural athletism and happy attitude is amazing. Looking
> forward to your collective experience. Regards, Sarah
> & Saffy (let's go Mom!)

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