Two riders, who competed in the Rio Olympic games, explain why weight is so important for equestrian events.

In an interview with the BBC, two riders who competed in the Rio Olympic games explain why weight is so important for equestrian events.

Maria Espinoza and Michael Jung shared their experiences about competing at such a high level. They also explained how they maintained their horses’ weights below the minimum requirements set by the International Equestrian Federation (FEI).

The FEI sets minimum weight requirements to ensure that they don’t disadvantage any particular rider or horse because of it being heavier than others. These rules are not meant to prevent overweight riders from competing but rather encourage them to be more active and healthy by ensuring that they keep their horses at a proper weight through companion activities like riding.

The minimum horse weight requirements are not meant to disadvantage riders who are heavier than the average rider.

The minimum horse weight requirements are not meant to disadvantage riders who are heavier than the average rider. It’s more about making sure that the horse is healthy enough to compete and also about ensuring fair competition for all riders; riding a horse that is too heavy can be extremely tiring, which isn’t fair to the horse or your fellow competitors.

While some people might think it’s unfair that you can’t ride whatever horse you want just because you’re a larger person, Olympic Equestrian Federation rules state otherwise: You can’t ride “unhealthy” horses in events like dressage and show jumping—and since the FEI defines an unhealthy horse as one with a body condition score (BCS) of 4 or under on a scale where 1 = emaciated and 9 = obese (the average BCS for American Quarter Horses is 5), this means if you’re any heavier than 200 pounds, no matter how much experience or skill level you have in riding horses, it’s probably best not to try out for certain competitions at all.

It’s more about making sure that the horse is healthy enough to compete, riding a horse that is too heavy can be extremely tiring, which isn’t fair to the horse.

When it comes to the weight of a rider, it’s important that you consider both the horse and the rider. While horses are naturally very strong, they still need to be able to carry their own weight plus that of their rider. This is why it’s so important for riders to be in good shape—not only does being fit help them control their horse better, but it will also make it easier for them to stay on top of an overweight horse!

As always though, if you’re concerned about your ability to control your mount because of its size or weight then feel free to contact us here at Olympic Equestrian Center for expert assistance!

Riders are responsible for keeping their horses healthy, which includes ensuring they receive proper nutrition and exercise.

As a rider, you are responsible for ensuring that your horse is healthy and well-rested. This includes ensuring they receive proper nutrition and exercise. As a horse owner, it’s also important to know what signs to look out for if you suspect your horse may be underweight.

• How much weight should my horse lose?

A good rule of thumb is to only allow one pound per 1,000 pounds of body weight lost; this will help ensure that your animal stays healthy while still shedding pounds. You can also weigh yourself on an electronic scale first, then weigh yourself again after riding your horse or walking around the paddock—this should give you an idea as to how much water has been shed during exercise. If there has been any significant change in weight (more than one pound), consider consulting with a veterinarian before continuing workouts with them in order to prevent further health complications from occurring down the road!

While there is a controversy over whether or not some athletes are making their horses lose too much weight, all of the people involved really do want what’s best for the horses and are doing their best to make that happen.

It’s no secret that the horse is an important part of any Olympic athlete’s team. When you’re preparing for a competition, your horse needs to be in good shape and ready to perform at the highest level possible.

But with all those events happening over a course of days, how can riders make sure their horses are healthy enough to handle it? It turns out there’s one simple thing they do: they make them lose weight.

It may seem like it goes against everything we know about treating animals well—but if you’re going to participate in an event where every minute counts, then every pound counts too.