celticdiamond
Well-Known Member
Hi there 
Had a few problems in last 2 weeks with my horse on full livery losing condition and weight. Couldn't ride him due to a sore back so had 2 weeks off, and instead of putting on weight he's lost all muscle and condition!
He is now virtually unrideable as sore from no muscle development and saddle subsequently doesn't fit. A knowledgeable friend and I have decided he needs at least a fortnight of lunging work with a lungee bungee to build up muscle.
Also had a discussion with YO who said she'll put feed more, more haylage etc (he's turned out every day 8am-4pm). Had his back checked and everything muscular ok and teeth recently rasped. Btw usually ridden for 45mins 6 days a week and hes a native pony.
Basically, wanted to know of any exercises I can do with him in the arena and out in fields to build up his muscle on his back again, as opposed to just lunging in circles.
Thanks in advance.
Had a few problems in last 2 weeks with my horse on full livery losing condition and weight. Couldn't ride him due to a sore back so had 2 weeks off, and instead of putting on weight he's lost all muscle and condition!
He is now virtually unrideable as sore from no muscle development and saddle subsequently doesn't fit. A knowledgeable friend and I have decided he needs at least a fortnight of lunging work with a lungee bungee to build up muscle.
Also had a discussion with YO who said she'll put feed more, more haylage etc (he's turned out every day 8am-4pm). Had his back checked and everything muscular ok and teeth recently rasped. Btw usually ridden for 45mins 6 days a week and hes a native pony.
Basically, wanted to know of any exercises I can do with him in the arena and out in fields to build up his muscle on his back again, as opposed to just lunging in circles.
Thanks in advance.