In endurance competitions, attention is often focused almost exclusively on the horse. However, the rider’s physical...
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Rider fatigue: nutritional strategies for enduranceRead moreIn endurance competitions, attention is often focused almost exclusively on the horse. However, the rider’s physical and mental condition also plays a fundamental role in race management.
Sleeping at an endurance ride camp: trailer or tent?Read moreRide camps are mainly held in the United States, and deciding where to sleep at an endurance ride camp is not just a matter of comfort. Rest at the ride camp directly affects the rider’s mental clarity, vet gate management, and the quality of decisions made during the race.
How Expert Riders Prepare Their Endurance SetupRead moreProperly preparing the endurance setup is one of the main differences between a beginner rider and an experienced one. In endurance, equipment is never improvised: every element is tested, adjusted and optimized before even arriving at the competition venue.
Electrolytes During an Endurance Race: When and How to Use ThemRead moreProperly managing electrolytes during an endurance race means maintaining the horse’s physiological balance throughout the entire distance.
Gastric Health in the Endurance Horse: When to Use a GastroprotectantRead moreIn the world of endurance, much is said about heart rate, recovery, hydration, and effort management, but far less about an equally crucial aspect: the horse’s gastric health. Long distances, travel, and changes in routine can put significant pressure on the stomach, directly impacting the well-being and performance of the endurance horse.
How to organise the trailer for winter training campsRead moreFind out how to organise the trailer for winter training camps. Comfort, safety, and smart horse management during the cold months.
Mental endurance: why finishing matters more than winningRead moreIn endurance, the real victory is to finish. Find out why the mental endurance of horse and rider matters more than the ranking.
Why the right saddle pad prevents injuries over long distancesRead moreDiscover how the right saddle pad reduces friction, pressure, and microtrauma in endurance competitions. Comfort, prevention, and performance over long distances.
Green Bean Guide: equipment checklist to get startedRead moreFirst endurance ride? Discover the essential equipment checklist for Green Beans. What you really need, what to avoid, and how to start right.
Training in the cold without overloading the horseRead moreFind out how to train your endurance horse in the cold months without stressing it. Proper workloads, muscle management, and injury prevention.
Electrolytes: differences between horse and riderRead moreFind out why horse and rider have different electrolyte needs in endurance. Common mistakes, correct timing, and fatigue management.
Endurance Season 2026: How to Plan Your Equipment Before the RaceRead moreDiscover how to plan your endurance equipment before the 2026 season. Comfort and technical choices for every ride.