
In this episode, Katie McKenna, DVM, equine sports medicine and rehabilitation resident at the University of Pennsylvania’s New Bolton Center, in Kennet Square, discusses common concerns with conditioning horses during winter, how to mitigate risks associated with winter work, and the physical and mental benefits of time off during winter for horses. She explains the most common conditions and injuries linked to winter exercise, dietary considerations during winter, and warmup and cooldown techniques to improve performance, reduce risk of injury, and aid recovery.