Training Season: Document Your Spring Transitions

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This is Martin from Equus Note journaling app & Equilingo translation app.

It's that exciting time of year when we start dreaming of more consistent riding and training. As we transition from winter routines to spring possibilities, here are some key things to document in your equestrian journey.

Let's dive in? 🐴

Spring Fitness Monitoring

Winter maintenance is different from spring training. Your horse's body needs time to adjust.

Track these changes:

• Duration of work sessions (gradual increases!)

• Recovery times after exercise

• Breathing patterns during different activities

• Muscle development (especially topline)

• Energy levels day after increased work

The right conditioning plan prevents injuries. Your tracking helps create the perfect balance between progress and health.

Document Arena Transitions

Moving from indoor to outdoor riding spaces changes everything. Different footing, sights, sounds, and energy.

Ever wonder why some horses that behave perfectly indoors seem to lose focus outside? It's not just about the distractions - the change in visual perspective, ground feel, and even the way sound travels affects how your horse processes information and responds to your aids.

What to note:

• First reactions to the outdoor environment

• Focus level differences between spaces

• Footing adaptation (how they move differently)

• Weather impact on performance

• New distractions and solutions

Patterns emerge quickly. Documentation helps you adapt your training approach to each environment.

Stable Info Basics: Training Schedule Updates

Spring changes affect more than just your horse. Everyone involved in care needs to know what's new.

Update your stable info with:

• New turnout schedules

• Changed feeding times

• Current training intensity level

• Rest day requirements

• Special conditioning notes

Clear communication prevents misunderstandings. A visible training schedule helps everyone support your spring goals.

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