Waldhausen W-Health Balance Pads for Horses (Pair)
Description
Waldhausen W-Health Balance Pads - Core, Balance & Coordination Training
Waldhausen W-Health Balance Pads are soft, supple training pads that a horse stands on during in-hand work to encourage deep muscle activation, balance and coordination. They are best for owners who want to add controlled core and proprioception work to a groundwork routine, and they suit horses of any age or training level, from youngsters learning to carry themselves to established competition horses.
Each pad measures 30 x 25 x 5 cm, the pads are supplied as a pair, and a mesh carry bag is included for storage and transport. Browse more horse care and training products to build a complete yard routine.
Key Features
- Deep muscle training: the unstable, yielding surface asks the horse to hold body tension in a controlled way.
- Improves coordination: supports balance and helps the horse become more aware of where its feet and body are.
- Suits young horses: stimulates the sense of balance in horses still learning to coordinate themselves under the rider.
- Benefits every horse: gains in balance, coordination and muscle tone are not limited by age or training level.
- Sold as a pair: use under both front feet or both hind feet.
- Mesh carry bag included: keeps both pads together and lets them air between sessions.
Specifications
| Brand | Waldhausen |
|---|---|
| Product | W-Health Balance Pads |
| Dimensions | 30 x 25 x 5 cm per pad |
| Quantity | Sold as a pair |
| Included | Two balance pads, mesh carry bag |
| Intended use | In-hand balance, coordination and core training |
| Country of origin | China |
How to Use
- Choose a level, non-slip surface in the stable, barn aisle or on a flat area of the yard, and place the two pads side by side at shoulder width.
- Lead the horse calmly forward and ask it to step one front foot onto each pad, allowing time to settle.
- Let the horse stand and find its own balance for a short period, keeping hold of the lead rope throughout.
- Lead the horse off the pads in a straight line, then repeat for a small number of short repetitions.
- Build up slowly over several weeks and limit balance pad work to one or two sessions a week, as it is strenuous.
- Wipe the pads down, let them dry and store them in the mesh carry bag.
FAQ
What are horse balance pads used for?
They are used for in-hand balance and coordination training. Standing on a soft, supple pad asks the horse to maintain balance and body tension in a controlled manner, which supports deep muscle training and can improve body awareness.
How often should balance pads be used?
Waldhausen recommends a slow progression and no more than one to two sessions a week, because balance training is very strenuous for the horse.
Are balance pads suitable for young horses?
Yes. Young horses that are still learning to coordinate their bodies in a balanced way under the rider benefit from having the sense of balance stimulated, although sessions should be kept short and calm.
Can I use them if my horse has an injury or physical problem?
The use of balance pads should be discussed in advance with a veterinary surgeon or chiropractor if the horse has been injured or has physical problems.
How many pads are included?
They are sold as a pair, and a mesh carry bag is included. Each pad measures 30 x 25 x 5 cm.
How do I clean and store them?
Wipe the pads over after use, allow them to dry fully and keep them in the mesh carry bag so both pads stay together in the tack room.
About Waldhausen
Waldhausen is a long-established German equestrian brand supplying riding, stable and horse care equipment for everyday yard use. The W-Health range brings together practical training and conditioning aids, including these balance pads.