03/11/2026
How much weight 🏋️is too much for a horse to carry? 🐴
In this episode, we tackle one of the most debated topics in the horse world: rider weight and horse welfare. We break down the research behind weight limits, discuss how factors like conditioning, conformation, and saddle fit matter far more than a simple number, and talk specifically about how these ideas apply to Icelandic horses.
This is a thoughtful, honest conversation about keeping horses sound while also cutting through some of the myths that circulate online.
🐎 If you ride Icelandics—or any horse—this is a conversation worth hearing.
🎧 Watch or listen now and tell us what you think.
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