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This clear and concise guide to getting horses fit explains the changes that take place in the horse's body during exercise and training. This knowledge may then be used to devise suitable training programmes for most equestrian disciplines.An essential book for all horse owners, the third edition has been generally updated and includes information regarding the most recent exercise physiology research. The book sets out clear guidelines on the care of the horse before, during and after competition and explains the problems performance horses are likely to encounter.
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This guide to horse fitness explains the changes that take place in the horse's body during exercise and training. It includes information on physiological research and sets guidelines on the care of a horse before, after, and during competition. It also outlines the problems a horse is likely to encounter. Pilliner competes regularly in dressage, showjumping, and horse trials. She has also lectured on nutrition and exercise physiology. Davis works as a consultant equine nutritionist. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)Book Details
Published
May 5, 1993
Publisher
Wiley-Blackwell
Pages
256
Format
Paperback
ISBN
9780632034765