For horses in medium to hard work, correct and balanced nutrition plays a key role in performance, recovery, and overall wellbeing.
Throughout the competition season, riders from all disciplines often contact us to turn to feed balancers like Blue Chip Pro, as they need to give their horses a winning edge, without overloading them with hard feed or unnecessary starch.
Top 3 considerations when choosing a performance feed balancer, and how Blue Chip Pro meets and exceeds expectations:
1. Digestive health is non-negotiable
Over the years, there has been a shift in the way we feed competition horses, and for good reason. With ulcers, hindgut imbalances, and poor nutrient absorption becoming increasingly common, modern feed balancers must do more than “balance the diet” - they need to support and protect the gut.
Pro combines a high concentration of prebiotics, probiotics, and nucleotides to promote a healthy, efficient digestive system. This not only improves nutrient absorption across the WHOLE diet but also supports immunity and mood, crucial for horses under the physical and mental demands of competition, travelling and recovery.
2. Muscle development & recovery needs additional support
Horses in medium to hard work are constantly building and breaking down muscle fibres. Balancers should not skimp on amino acids and should provide high-quality protein sources. Top riders now opt for balancers that include muscle-building support without ramping up calorie or starch levels.
Pro is formulated with optimum levels of high-quality, easily digestible protein, amino acids, and antioxidants. It actively supports correct muscle development and quick recovery from exercise and competition, keeping your horse looking and feeling their best through the whole season.
3. Feeding CAN be easier and cost-effective
Many horses (rightly so) now receive forage-first diets, supported by a low-starch, nutrient-dense balancer. This ideal partnership provides the perfect base to further build additional calorie provision if needed.
Pro delivers a complete performance ration in a small daily amount, free from whole cereals and molasses making it a low-starch, low-sugar option that’s safe for even the sharpest of ponies and horses. Pro is ideal for those needing controlled energy without excitability.
Meet Kirsty Chabert - 5⭐ event rider who trusts Blue Chip Pro to fuel performance, condition and recovery for all of her horses.
