Re: Conditioning Maintenance & HRMs

[Jerry D Milam Jr <milamj@agtelco.com>]

>

I sent this over the weekend and I guess everyone was at a ride because I
got only a couple of responses. I need your help in this matter, so I'm
sending it again.

> My horse and I finally moved up to doing 50's now after 3 LDs. My horse
> is 6 and I know he's still young as these distance horses go so I don't
> want to over condition him.
>
> We did our first 50 in around 6hrs in very ideal conditions and he
> wasn't stressed in the least finishing. I've given him 2 weeks off now
> and will start back with some riding. Our next 50 is in 4 weeks.
>
> How much riding do I need to do to maintain his fitness for our next
> ride. I have no intention of going fast my first year or even two doing
> 50's. I want to give him a good solid base on which to build a long and
> enjoyable partnership in this endurance hobby of ours.
>
> I'm also looking for a HRM to help us improve his conditioning sessions.
> What HRMs would you recommend. I don't need a lot of bells and whistles,
> just the basics.
>
> Thanks to all as always and happy tails to everyone!
>
> Susan & Fly Bye