Lungräddning

Lungräddning is a Swedish term that translates to "lung rescue" or "lung saving." It is primarily associated with the practice of lunging horses, a training method where a horse is worked in a large circle on a long rope or lunge line. The goal of lungräddning is to improve the horse's physical condition, obedience, and responsiveness to voice commands and body language from the handler.

This training technique allows the horse to exercise and develop muscles, particularly in its hindquarters and back, without the direct weight of a rider. It can be used to assess a horse's gait, balance, and overall fitness. Lungräddning also serves as a valuable tool for rehabilitation, helping horses recover from injuries by controlled exercise. Furthermore, it is a fundamental part of early training, introducing young horses to basic commands and building trust with their handlers. Experienced handlers can use lungräddning to warm up or cool down a horse, or to maintain its fitness between ridden sessions. It requires a skilled handler to ensure the horse's safety and to effectively communicate with the animal.