18/03/2026
WELFARE WEDNESDAY | Is your horse actually fit for what you’re asking it to do?
It’s a simple question, but not always an easy one to answer.
Many horses are worked at a level at home that doesn’t match the demands of competition. Then on the day, they’re asked to jump full courses, gallop, or produce sustained, quality work… without the fitness to support it.
The result can be:
• Fatigue and reduced performance
• Slower recovery
• Increased risk of injury
Like any athlete, horses need progressive, targeted training to build true fitness. That means developing both endurance and strength, and preparing them for the intensity of the job, not just the basics at home.
It’s not about doing more for the sake of it.
It’s about doing the right work, at the right time, for the right purpose.
👉 We’ve explored what fitness really means, why many horses are underprepared, and what to consider in your training in our latest article.
Read more via the link in the comments.