Fitness in the Horse by Susan Mcbane
A horse's physical fitness and condition are central to his ability to perform well and to fulfil the considerable demands that are frequently made of him. This book explains what fitness is, how it affects general health and capability, and how to achieve it for your own horse. Topics covered include: the domesticated horse and his basic requirements; feeding and nutrition; muscles, movement and stress; the respiratory system; traditional and modern methods of increasing fitness; monitoring fitness and preventing problems; consolidating progress and maintaining condition; illness and injury, and finally, care and management and prohibited substances.
Susan McBane is a highly experienced horsewoman and established equestrian writer whose previous books include The Horse and the Bit for Crowood.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781861264817 |
| ISBN 10 | 186126481X |
| Title | Fitness in the Horse |
| Author | Susan Mcbane |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | The Crowood Press Ltd |
| Year published | 2002-02-25 |
| Number of pages | 144 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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