I think this was part of the original AERC point. The horses aren't as
wimpy as people were beginning to think they were. You know, "Boy,
you should have seen those pony-express horses. Now *THAT* was a
Horse! Whatchu got there is a Toy." Quite a few horses (and riders)
really *can* finish a 50 mile ride, if they take it slow and easy.
Marisa, your schedule sounds fine. Magnum does OK with twice a week.
It's difficult to stick to the "take it easy" part though. Especially
with a horse that likes to go. You and I need to work doubly hard
at remembering this.
Also, keep in mind that Special will pick up weight best if she's
getting a little slow work instead of no riding at all.
:) - kat
and Magnum the TB in his second (or third) career.