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From: Becke Grams
Email: huntalic@pilot.msu.edu
I understand your concern about going to longer distances. I rode competive in Michigan for many years before endurance, and still do. The distance is shorter and its good training for young horses.
I did 2-3 25 miles rides and didn't think I or my horse could ever go farther. Here I am doing 100's.
I keep one rule of thumb in mind, speed kills. When I go to longer distances with a horse, I don't increase the speed. In some cases I slow down the speed. One step at a time. I want to evaluate my horse without throwing in too many variables
I also tell the vets if my horse is doing this distance for the first time. They can help me rate my horse if I should get "endurance brain".
My training program is basically weekend riding. Severla weeks before a 50, I might do 30 miles, but I never do 50 to train for a 50. You want to bring your horse to peak conditioning just before the ride.
I get carried away, having been a teacher for years. These are just my experiences and suggestions. If you can use any of this, great. Otherwise, ignor it. GOOD LUCK!
Becke & PJ (who just did her 1st 100 & finished)
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