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Joe Robertson replied to Margaret H. Ostrowski's discussion 'How do you make a decision to stop riding?!' in the group Over 50 crowd

Two ladies I know one with an Rocky Mountain horse and one with a Paso Fino both with bad back swear by their horses. They both would have had to quit riding if had not been for these two breeds. Glenda Newland's Paso Finos from Coldwater…

Mar 26, 2011

Roberta Edstrom replied to Margaret H. Ostrowski's discussion 'How do you make a decision to stop riding?!' in the group Over 50 crowd

I am having some of the same problems, but so has my friend for the last 20 years. She is now well over 70 and still riding. She just does not go as far, and does a lot of arena riding to keep her knees and legs active as see rides.

Mar 26, 2011

Joe Robertson replied to Margaret H. Ostrowski's discussion 'How do you make a decision to stop riding?!' in the group Over 50 crowd

Riding is good therapy. I worked with therapeutic riding for five years and seen kids and adults with all kinds of muscle and bone pain benefit from riding. You might need a slower quieter horse but you should never give up…

Mar 24, 2011

Marijean Harris replied to Margaret H. Ostrowski's discussion 'How do you make a decision to stop riding?!' in the group Over 50 crowd

A gaited horse is the way to go. I am 55 years old and I ride a Paso Fino. They are said to be the smoothest horse in the world and I believe it. I have ridden every other breed of gaited horse and they are not a s smooth as a Paso Fino. Avoid…

Feb 3, 2011

Mary-Joe Figueira replied to Margaret H. Ostrowski's discussion 'How do you make a decision to stop riding?!' in the group Over 50 crowd

Hi All Why in the world would you want to stop riding. It is the best exercise you can do for your body. It is very therapeutic. That is why you have many disabled riders riding. I am 58 started riding 10 years ago and have no plans of stopping…

Aug 7, 2010

Marlene Thoms replied to Margaret H. Ostrowski's discussion 'How do you make a decision to stop riding?!' in the group Over 50 crowd

I'm just getting back into riding at age 56 after many years of not riding. I have arthritis and chronic pain without riding and the first several weeks were really difficult. I did "dry land" exercises, tai chi has some of the best…

Aug 6, 2010

Jennifer Lamm replied to Margaret H. Ostrowski's discussion 'How do you make a decision to stop riding?!' in the group Over 50 crowd

well I'm going to start riding again and I'm 49... maybe just sit on your horse... and stretch and do stretches with him... and not make riding a big deal but just a bonding time... :) I think horses just like attention.... jmho.... I will…

Aug 4, 2010

Jennifer Lamm replied to Margaret H. Ostrowski's discussion 'How do you make a decision to stop riding?!' in the group Over 50 crowd

:) do you do yoga or pilates???? in addition to the physical therapy???

Aug 2, 2010

Cheryl A. Harless replied to Margaret H. Ostrowski's discussion 'How do you make a decision to stop riding?!' in the group Over 50 crowd

My friend's doctor told her to keep doing everything she had been doing to keep her body nimble - that the arthritis would get worse if she stopped. However, to answer the original question: When you no longer look forward to riding with…

Jul 27, 2010

Margaret H. Ostrowski commented on HorsePlay Ireland's group 'HorsePlay Ireland'

I would love to be able to purchase an Irish Draught Horse; alas, all my $$$ goes to the Thoroughbred in the photo! Maybe someday if my 56 yr old body holds up, I'll be able to find a sound one for free or for a small price....

Mar 4, 2010

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Margaret H. Ostrowski replied to Barnmice Team's discussion 'PHOTO CAPTION CONTEST WEEK: MARCH 1'

"....now approaching the flaming ring of death oxer..."

Mar 4, 2010

vickie lawson replied to Margaret H. Ostrowski's discussion 'How do you make a decision to stop riding?!' in the group Over 50 crowd

also.... my hips used to hurt a lot, and i seized up getting up after sitting. i was advised to use the chiropractor by my instructor, and my hips are so much better.

Jan 19, 2010

vickie lawson replied to Margaret H. Ostrowski's discussion 'How do you make a decision to stop riding?!' in the group Over 50 crowd

i remember reading in a nz horse mag about a lady showing in dressage at the ripe old age of 90!! that's my goal! 55 isn't too old! i'm 52, and finally have my homebred hanoverians to bring on, so i'm riding youngsters. lease or…

Jan 19, 2010

Shirley replied to Margaret H. Ostrowski's discussion 'How do you make a decision to stop riding?!' in the group Over 50 crowd

Sometimes the increase in endorphins actually makes you feel physically better. I started riding at 53 and all of lap work tests improved and I lost weight with no other effort. I was just much happier and more active. BUT, if a person is in enough…

Jan 19, 2010

Jan Jollymour replied to Margaret H. Ostrowski's discussion 'How do you make a decision to stop riding?!' in the group Over 50 crowd

Right on, Barbara! I'm in my 50's, and for the first time am working out separately from my riding and chores (with Heather Sansom, and she's terrific). I plan to keep riding too, and this is part of the plan, along with a careful…

Dec 2, 2009

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A Bit About Me and my Horse(s): I am a Professional Clinical Counselor with Registered Play Therapist certification working with Children; my equestrian pursuits are my break from the trauma I hear about daily; I ride lower level Dressage - 1st horse purchased 2 yrs ago at age 53; he is a 16 yr old Thoroughbred

Country: USA

Do you have any pets?: 1 horse, 3 cats

Topics of Interest: Dressage, Eventing, General RidingAdvice, Shows and Competitions, Stable Management, Items For Sale

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Posted on July 11, 2009 at 8:06am 0 Comments 0 Likes

Against all odds; I am creaky, 55 yrs old; do NOT want to give up my riding my horse - my life has changed dramatically since I purchased him 3 yrs ago; working in one state living in another...no time for anything; he's been sick - haven't ridden for 9 months; want to just give up and sell him but no one will buy him when he's sick; really don't want to sell him; today's economy doesn't help as far as selling him; don't want to think about that currently; it would be the last resort. I can… Continue

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At 1:09pm on July 4, 2009, Barney Cummings said…: Hey Margaret. Since you left the message for me I'm sure the abcess has processed and well past. My advice to my clients on this is to wait until you have 3 consecutive days of soundness until resumeing a regular work routine. Until then a little hand walking and turnout is fine. Sorry for the delayed response but had been away. Stay tuned to Hoof Talk. All the best, Barney

At 8:57am on April 30, 2009, Debbie Burrows said…: Welcome! Check out the groups section and join the over 40 riders. I am 54 and bought my big guy two years ago.

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