Winter in Texas can be unpredicable. Growing up as an army brat I lived in a number of different States and countries. Many had hard long winters. Texas does get cold in the winter, but we have wonderful warm breaks. The other day it was nearly 80. A day later the high was 40. Today its back up into the 60s. You can’t get bored with weather like that.

From a horse owners perspective this alternating weather means you need plenty of hay on hand, but also it means that there will be wonderfully warm days to ride on in the middle of winter. Let’s count our blessings and go ride.

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Spring is a favorite time for trail riding. Start conditioning your horse now so you can enjoy the season.

Consistency helps when it comes to training. Doing 3-4 workouts a week will condition your horse better than one hard ride once a week.

Trotting is the ultimate conditioning gait. Trotting is great exercise for both the horse and the riders.

Incorporate hill work into your training schedule. Hill work conditions. Once a twice a week is recommended.

Good luck.

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