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Post-Ride Reset: The 3-Step Cool-Down Routine Every Rider Should Know
The ride doesn’t end when the gate closes. A good cool-down is the key to keeping your horse moving freely and recovering faster after every workout.
Quick Take: A focused 15-minute cool-down reduces soreness, stabilizes circulation, and keeps tendons and muscles sound.
Step 1 – Walk Out the Heat
Start with an easy 8–10-minute walk under saddle or in-hand. This gentle motion gradually lowers your horse’s heart rate, helps clear lactic acid, and moves residual heat out of the major muscle groups.
Step 2 – Apply a Show-Safe Liniment Gel
After removing tack and toweling off sweat, apply a thin layer of Draw It Out® 16 oz High Potency Gel along the legs, back, and large muscle zones. The formula absorbs quickly, supports circulation, and soothes tissue without the burn, scent, or residue of traditional liniments.
Pro Tip: Massage gently toward the heart for 30–60 seconds per zone. It activates blood flow and maximizes recovery benefits.
Step 3 – Wrap Right, or Let Them Move
If you wrap, use clean, breathable materials and even tension. Avoid wrapping over trapped moisture or heat. For horses that cool out quickly, a slow hand walk or turnout session often does more good than standing bandages.
Keep It Consistent
Doing this after every ride keeps legs tight, muscles supple, and recovery fast. A simple, consistent process builds long-term soundness and confidence — for both horse and rider.
Draw It Out® — the clean, menthol-free liniment trusted by riders worldwide. Show-safe, non-sting, and made for everyday recovery.
