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Frequently Asked Questions

The Water Treadmill is a great way to enhance suppleness, stride length, increase cardio-vascular fitness, help build muscle tone, core strength and overall wellbeing.

It gives the horse a highly effective full body workout improving general fitness, joint flexion and respiration. Depending on water level, the buoyancy of the water reduces concussion and impact on the lower limbs & encourages an increased range of motion. The high resistance of the water leads to increased muscle activity. The water pressure helps to reduce swelling & stimulate circulation of the lower limbs.

Yes, the treadmill is suitable for every type of horse and every discipline we do with them.

It all depends on the horse’s work schedule and the results you are looking to achieve. We would recommend twice per week for optimum results.

There are no known disadvantages of using the water treadmill. Providing your horse has undergone the correct introduction and built up to the correct levels slowly. Our experienced knowledgeable operators are key to getting the best results from using our water treadmill.