21/11/2025
❄️ Winter Wellness for Equine Athletes ❄️
As temperatures drop, it’s easy for our horses to get a little tighter, stiffer, and less motivated to move. Winter is the perfect time to focus on maintenance—keeping muscles supple, joints supported, and performance ready for spring.
Here are a few key reminders to help your horse stay comfortable and conditioned through the colder months:
🐴 Warm-Up Matters More Than Ever
Cooler muscles are more prone to strain. Start each ride with a slow, gradual warm-up to increase circulation and reduce stiffness.
💆 Bodywork = Better Mobility
Massage, stretching, and targeted sports therapy sessions help maintain range of motion and reduce tension caused by cold-weather bracing.
🥶 Watch for Compensations
Slippery footing, icy paddocks, and less turnout can change movement patterns. Early intervention prevents small imbalances from becoming spring-training setbacks.
🧣 Blanketing & Hydration Support Muscles Too
Keeping muscles warm conserves energy and reduces tightness. And don’t forget hydration—cold weather can mean less drinking, which affects muscle function.
🏋️ Off-Season Conditioning
Light, consistent exercise helps maintain topline and core strength until full training resumes.
If your horse could use a winter tune-up, we’re here to help keep them feeling their best all season long. ❄️✨
Send us a message to book a session or ask any questions! 📱
