Pre-Ride Muscle Warm-Up for Horses
A quick routine that pays off in comfort, confidence, and cleaner first strides.
Like any athlete, your horse performs better when muscles are warm and ready. Here’s a simple pre-ride plan—and how Draw It Out® 16oz High Potency Gel fits in without adding time or hassle.
Why Warm-Up Matters
Cold, tight tissue is more prone to strain. Warming up boosts blood flow, improves elasticity, and helps joints glide so your first minutes under saddle feel smooth—not sticky.
Step-by-Step Pre-Ride Routine
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Hand Walk (5–10 minutes): Get circulation going and take a read on attitude and movement.
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Apply Liniment (10–15 minutes pre-tack): Massage a thin layer of Draw It Out® Gel over the big engines—back, shoulders, hindquarters.
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Gentle Ground Stretches: Soft bend/carrots, a few careful tail pulls—no forcing range.
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Light Lunging (5–8 minutes): Easy trot both directions to warm soft tissue and synovial fluid.
Pro tip: Re-apply a light layer post-ride to support recovery and keep tomorrow’s warm-up shorter.
Benefits of Pre-Ride Liniment Use
- Encourages comfortable, elastic movement from stride one
- Helps reduce that “first few minutes” stiffness
- Fits any discipline—arena days, trail miles, or ranch work
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Our flagship, sensation-free gel fits easily into pre- and post-ride routines—no tingling surprises, no strong scent, just clean support built for real riders.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I skip warm-up if my horse had turnout?
Turnout helps loosen the edges, but a structured warm-up engages the right tissues for the job at hand.
Is pre-ride liniment competition-appropriate?
Draw It Out® Gel is designed to be show-friendly. Always check discipline-specific rules if you compete.
Where should I apply before riding?
Back, shoulders, hindquarters—light massage into big muscle groups. Avoid sensitive areas and broken skin.
