How Do You Compete In Endurance Riding?
Endurance riding is for hearty riders and horses that are in peak physical condition. It requires special determination and preparation from both horse and rider. The rewards can be great, so saddle up and follow the steps below to learn how to compete in endurance riding. Attend a ride to get a feel for the sport and it’s requirements. Go to the American Endurance Ride Conference (AERC) website to find a list of scheduled rides in your area or check out bulletin boards at feed and tack stores. Find a mentor or join a local club or Endurance Riding Association chapter to get more information. Purchase a horse that is suited to this sport. Arabians, Appaloosas, Thoroughbreds and some Paint Horses can be good endurance horses, but the sport is open to all horse breeds. Horses must be at least four years old to compete in limited distance rides and five years old for longer rides. Condition yourself and your horse by starting out on shorter rides and graduating to longer distances. Use gu
