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Fox07

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Is it ok to ride a horse? I currently hack mine out for 1hr 30mins- 2hours about 5-6 times a week with a a bit of walk,trot, canter and maybe a good gallop thrown in. Is this too much? He is getting quite fit now and seems to enjoy it but im worried about breaking him!
 
That sounds fine. I sometimes work/ride mine twice a day! If I schooled in the morning and someone wants to go for a hack later, I think nothing of taking her out again.

She is the type with a never ending energy supply though.
 
I don't think you are overworking him - providing he is happy and has enough energy to do what you do with him then don't worry!
 
The important thing is that the level of work is consistent ie you dont ride once one week and then 8 times the next. So horsie fitness should be fine, and actually horse probably healthier getting a decent amount of exercise, Ive got 2 horses and struggle to keep them both even half fit! well done!
 
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