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Re: [RC] lunging pre-ride - Elizabeth Walker

I agree with both Sandy and D'Arcy. I find that if I allow extra time in the morning, I can get on, and have time for a good warmup. I walk for about 5 minutes, then mix in some trotting. I like to have at least 15 - 20 minutes to warm up, preferably more.

On Jan 29, 2009, at 8:18 AM, D'Arcy Demianoff-Thompson wrote:

Excellent points Sandy. In particular, "unless well schooled in the effort, it can be hazardous," and I might add. If you don't lunge a horse in at least a 60 - 60 foot diameter you are placing too much pressure on the inside leg/shoulder. This alone could not only be hazardous but downright miserable for the horse that is then asked to give 50-100 miles.

D'Arcy


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