Real Rider Resource
Why Horses Rush Or Speed Up
When a horse rushes or picks up speed without being asked, it is usually not attitude. Most horses rush when they feel tense, unbalanced, uncomfortable, or worried about what is coming next.
What Riders Notice First
- Gradual quickening at walk, trot, or canter
- Rushing into or out of transitions
- Tension at the walk, like the horse wants to go-go-go
- Speeding up in certain spots of the arena
Rushing is often your horse saying
“Slowing down feels harder than speeding up.”
Common Causes
- Back or girth area tension
- Weak hind end or topline
- Anxiety or anticipation
- Hoof balance issues
- Cold-backed stiffness
Quick Rider Checks
- Check back and girth for sensitivity
- Warm up longer — does the rushing change
- Watch straight lines for short steps
- Notice if rushing is one direction only
How Draw It Out® Fits In
Riders help steady tension and support comfort with: Draw It Out® 16oz Gel for back and girth areas Draw It Out® Concentrate for recovery after work CryoSpray Cooling Body Brace after tough sessions MasterMudd™ EquiBrace for deeper tissue areas with vet guidance
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