Thank you for bringing awareness to this topic.....unfortunately most trainers & riders don’t ever consider the stress a heavy load puts on the horse :(
I always think “am i 20% or under of the horse i ride” because i feel rlly bad if im not i just want the horse to feel ok and comfy even if it means i cant be comfy i always worry im more then 20% or the horses weight but i researched and calculated and my worry went away i just want the best for the horse yk ❤️
You missed the point. She tried to tell us that it's not so much about the weight of the rider, but more about the fitness and stiffness of the rider. Also it depends on the fitness of the horse and also the built of the horse, how much muscles it has and so on. It also depends on the breed of the horse. The issue is much more complex.
I have seen many comments, many of which are concerned for the horses, I am too, But, I was always on the heavy side, and luckily iwht quarantien I worked hard to lose weight for me, and for my health and well being. Being healthy matters more. I understand the comments about the horses and I do agree, but also, Its not easy for someone to just lose weight instantly, also people could of said it a bit nicely, instead of saying that he/she is too heavy and just lose like 45kg/100pounds. It does hurt to hear it soemtimes, especially when you say you can´t ride and basically do the things you love. Sometimes words can hurt someone deeply, and affect their confidence liek it did to me. I am no expert in horses or riding or health. Its just my opinion.
I am very aware that my weight at 66 yrs is not ideal . I still want to ride and will , but I know that at 200lbs I’m limited to the size and weight of a horse . Your so right to bring up the flexibility of a rider. Thank you !
Thank you for the body analysis. I am a tiny light rider and I know that my tension is a MUCH bigger factor to my pony. I have been riding for years and have known that I was missing something...softness and fluidity which I have overpowered with strength and tension. You certainly have confirmed my suspicions now to tackle replacing the tension with softness and fluidity.
It’s a mistake to think that the taller and heavier the horse, the more weight it can carry. It is a scientific fact that pound for pound, a Shetland pony is proportionately stronger than a draft horse and can carry a higher percentage of rider weight compared to the weight of the pony than can draft and riding horse breeds. Draft horses were at one time bred to carry weight (like in the 1400’s) but with the end of knights traipsing around the countryside looking for fights and maidens to rescue, draft horses became farm workers pulling heavy wagons and plows. They have been bred for hundreds of years for their ability to PULL, not as pack horses. The absolute maximum weight a riding horse should carry is 20% of his/her weight and the less the rider weighs, the better it is for the horse.
Look at recent videos of shawn flarida and his runs on the small reining horses.. weight does matter, but so does balance and ability to ride. A 90 pound rider can be more detrimental to a horse than a 200 lb rider if the 90 lb rider bounces around like a sack of potatoes. Shawn is a 6 million dollar rider and he is by no means a small man. I am a bigger rider, I also ride a 14.3 hh reiner and we lope circles and gallop run downs just fine.
Im 160 rn and 5’7 but my horse is a 16 h thoroughbred and im trying to lose weight for the horse just incase im more then 20% of its weight I always put my horse first making sure hes ok and healthy before me ❤️
So let’s say I workout and gain muscle and I weight a bit more that effects the animal ???? Cause I have thick thigh. Soooooo I have to be skinny to ride ?
There is not a horse on the planet that could comfortably tote around 330 pounds. You may have no problem riding, but that doesn’t mean it’s not a problem for the horse. You ARE too heavy to ride. Get a bicycle, if you can even find one heavy-duty enough to carry 330 pounds.
Sherin Novak i disagree. I, while not anywhere near as heavy feel that people branding all horses as too strained to carry that weight is ridiculous as every horse is different. If anything really matters I believe it to be your posture, seat, and movement as a rider, which really effects the horse. If they own a large draft or work breed that can go through all motions of movements without overwhelming continuous pressure, they should be able to ride unless the horse has any issues or health complications due to the rider.
Thank you for bringing awareness to this topic.....unfortunately most trainers & riders don’t ever consider the stress a heavy load puts on the horse :(
I always think “am i 20% or under of the horse i ride” because i feel rlly bad if im not i just want the horse to feel ok and comfy even if it means i cant be comfy i always worry im more then 20% or the horses weight but i researched and calculated and my worry went away i just want the best for the horse yk ❤️
You missed the point. She tried to tell us that it's not so much about the weight of the rider, but more about the fitness and stiffness of the rider. Also it depends on the fitness of the horse and also the built of the horse, how much muscles it has and so on. It also depends on the breed of the horse. The issue is much more complex.
There is also the factor of fear. Where the rider is afraid of the horse or afraid of making a mistake causing them to get tight.
I have seen many comments, many of which are concerned for the horses, I am too, But, I was always on the heavy side, and luckily iwht quarantien I worked hard to lose weight for me, and for my health and well being. Being healthy matters more. I understand the comments about the horses and I do agree, but also, Its not easy for someone to just lose weight instantly, also people could of said it a bit nicely, instead of saying that he/she is too heavy and just lose like 45kg/100pounds. It does hurt to hear it soemtimes, especially when you say you can´t ride and basically do the things you love. Sometimes words can hurt someone deeply, and affect their confidence liek it did to me. I am no expert in horses or riding or health. Its just my opinion.
I am very aware that my weight at 66 yrs is not ideal . I still want to ride and will , but I know that at 200lbs I’m limited to the size and weight of a horse . Your so right to bring up the flexibility of a rider. Thank you !
Thank you for this commentary. I have never thought about this subject in such a way. New information is much appreciated.
Thank you for the body analysis. I am a tiny light rider and I know that my tension is a MUCH bigger factor to my pony. I have been riding for years and have known that I was missing something...softness and fluidity which I have overpowered with strength and tension. You certainly have confirmed my suspicions now to tackle replacing the tension with softness and fluidity.
Thank you so much for bringing up the weight issue, people need to be aware that horses suffer too.
It’s a mistake to think that the taller and heavier the horse, the more weight it can carry. It is a scientific fact that pound for pound, a Shetland pony is proportionately stronger than a draft horse and can carry a higher percentage of rider weight compared to the weight of the pony than can draft and riding horse breeds. Draft horses were at one time bred to carry weight (like in the 1400’s) but with the end of knights traipsing around the countryside looking for fights and maidens to rescue, draft horses became farm workers pulling heavy wagons and plows. They have been bred for hundreds of years for their ability to PULL, not as pack horses. The absolute maximum weight a riding horse should carry is 20% of his/her weight and the less the rider weighs, the better it is for the horse.
Please link a source. Shetlands evolves stronger leg bones to carry their own weight not rider weight.
Good video, thank you! 💖
Well explained! Many thanks!
Thank you for sharing this enlightenment Cali.
I think it matters just as much what a person weighs.
The width between the front legs are wery important to what the horse can carry. Look at the icelandic horses.
Look at recent videos of shawn flarida and his runs on the small reining horses.. weight does matter, but so does balance and ability to ride. A 90 pound rider can be more detrimental to a horse than a 200 lb rider if the 90 lb rider bounces around like a sack of potatoes. Shawn is a 6 million dollar rider and he is by no means a small man. I am a bigger rider, I also ride a 14.3 hh reiner and we lope circles and gallop run downs just fine.
Im 160 rn and 5’7 but my horse is a 16 h thoroughbred and im trying to lose weight for the horse just incase im more then 20% of its weight I always put my horse first making sure hes ok and healthy before me ❤️
Where is the link to join the yoga classes?
Garnet Robinson it’s under the description of the video. You might have to expand the section to see it.
So let’s say I workout and gain muscle and I weight a bit more that effects the animal ???? Cause I have thick thigh. Soooooo I have to be skinny to ride ?
Approximately 15% (including the saddle etc) or less of the what the horse weighs. 20% or more is a welfare issue.
I guess I'm stuck with riding motorcycles.
Can I come and learn from you ?
The correct pronunciation is “recognize” not “reconize”.
Link is showing as suspicious.
Your music is fine but your voice is not close to loud enough
Ba ba Ballymena Ballymoney Show
Am I the only one who couldn't hear this?
I can hear it
Karen Colpitts Might be my device
I didn’t have any issue with volume
Yes i can barely hear either.
I could only hear it through my right earbud.
My horse can obviously carry my 93 pound body that moves with his easily.
I am 6 foot 4 and 330 pounds!!!! I have no problem riding horses! You are not too heavy to ride!
I hope you have a shire or Clydesdale!!
I am 225 and my 15.35 hh quarter horse has no problem. He is built like a big house too.
There is not a horse on the planet that could comfortably tote around 330 pounds. You may have no problem riding, but that doesn’t mean it’s not a problem for the horse. You ARE too heavy to ride. Get a bicycle, if you can even find one heavy-duty enough to carry 330 pounds.
Kevin you may not have a problem riding your horses, but how your horses feel about your weight is another matter.
Sherin Novak i disagree. I, while not anywhere near as heavy feel that people branding all horses as too strained to carry that weight is ridiculous as every horse is different. If anything really matters I believe it to be your posture, seat, and movement as a rider, which really effects the horse. If they own a large draft or work breed that can go through all motions of movements without overwhelming continuous pressure, they should be able to ride unless the horse has any issues or health complications due to the rider.
Parasitic? No Sympathetic is correct... ;-)