im really big approx 95 kgs (205pound/lbs) and im short and i thought horse riding might help lose weight but cause im so short i need a short horse bout 14hh would that be too heavy on the horse?
2007-01-09 16:15:36 · 7 answers · asked by ♥~*~♥ЌẮ§€¥♥~*~♥ 3 in Health ➔ Diet & Fitness
hi, i go to pony club nd my instuctor is very heavy he says the heaviest can be about 250 before it comes a big problem and he rides a 13.2hh
Good luck, be safe and have fun *GINA*
2007-01-12 18:18:49 · answer #1 · answered by Gina B 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No not too big but it also depends on the horse, like a shetland pony is out of the question, and you don't need a short horse because you are short. Diet and exercise is still better for losing weight, cutback or quit teh candy and soda, eat fresh fruit and vegetables, in fact there is a chemically balanced diet most hospital dieticians post on their website that is calculated to help you lose weight and you only have to follow it every other day, because it gives your body the things it needs to help you metabolize the food better. And sleep is very important, lack of sleep causes you to gain weight. A good brisk 15 minute walk or aeorobic exercise every day is better than one or two hours a week at the gym. I'm not knocking horse riding, sounds like a good idea (if nothing else a good excuse to ride). Have fun, take good care of the horse and he/she will take good care of you.
2007-01-10 00:27:15 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
no, it could be harmful if the animal has a sway back issue, but a normal healthy horse shoul have no problem with your weight. I wouldnt want to ride double unless the other is 100 or less.
Also, you should pace yourself and the animal. Ride for an hour, then next time, 115, then 130 and so on. Dont go for a 5 hour ride your first time out.
make sure the horse is a sturdy durable breed. A paint or a pinto is prob not the smartest animal in retrospect to strength.
Gl
2007-01-10 00:24:16 · answer #3 · answered by TONY 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No Im 250 and I can ride a horse without it braking. With the size of the horse just shorten the sturups to fit your legs
2007-01-10 00:22:14 · answer #4 · answered by Matt H 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
yes my trainer is 200 and she rides all her horses
riding horse actually helps lose wait 200 calories per hour
2007-01-12 23:48:03 · answer #5 · answered by mccoy_kids 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
it might but i don't think you need a short horse because you are short. you should ask someone at your horseback riding place
2007-01-12 17:15:11 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Yes, that is too much for a 14 hand horse..........maybe find a smaller draft cross like a Gypsy vanner........?
2007-01-10 18:33:01 · answer #7 · answered by edpcreations 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋