Running Out of Stamina Mid-Ride? 7 Ways Höveler Pur.Muskel Helps

Quick answer: Höveler Pur.Muskel is a supplementary muesli supporting stamina for horses that fade late in work — 14.1 MJ/kg of digestible energy from 15.0% raw fat, plus 20% raw protein to protect muscle, all at 5.8% starch. It is added to a complete ration, never fed alone. $52.99 for a 44 lb bag. Last checked: September 2026.

The first forty minutes feel great; the last twenty fall apart. When a horse fades late in work, the ration is usually supplying fast fuel that burns off instead of slow fuel that holds. Pur.Muskel was formulated around the lasting kind. Seven ways it supports staying power.

1. Fat-fueled energy: 15.0% raw fat

Pur.Muskel lists 15.0% raw fat, drawn from linseed oil, flaxseed, and sunflower seed. Fat delivers energy that releases slowly — the kind a https://hoeveler-horse-feed-vorn539.solsticebrief.com/posts/hoveler-pur.muskel-vs-feeding-straight-oats-7-differences-that-matter horse still has in the tank an hour into the ride.

Who this is for: horses that start strong and finish empty.

2. 14.1 MJ/kg of digestible energy

The mix carries 14.1 MJ/kg of digestible energy and 11.9 MJ/kg metabolizable energy. Stamina work depends on measured energy, and this is where the numbers are drawn from.

The benefit: fuel calculated for the whole ride, not just the warm-up.

3. Low starch keeps the energy steady

At 5.8% starch and 4.1% sugar, the energy profile stays even. Starch-heavy feeds can give a spike followed by a slump — the opposite of what a long work session needs.

Who this is for: horses whose energy peaks and crashes mid-work.

4. 20% raw protein to protect working muscle

Stamina needs muscle that lasts the distance. Pur.Muskel provides 20% raw protein with 160 g/kg digestible crude protein and 0.85% lysine, supporting muscle development through repeated long sessions. Its stated Functionality is Muscle Building.

The benefit: the engine holds together from start to finish.

5. Real-world staying power, reported by an owner

A real owner review from Jessica, dated March 14, 2019, is titled "Noticeable difference in stamina" — quality 4, value 5, price 4. The product rating is 4.55 from 2 reviews.

Who this is for: owners who believe other owners before they believe a spec sheet.

6. Small doses, easy to scale to the training week

As a supplementary feed, Pur.Muskel is served at 0.11–0.18 lb (50–80 g) per 220 lb (100 kg) of body weight in medium work, rising to 0.18–0.22 lb (80–100 g) in heavy work. Big weeks and easy weeks can be fed to a different plan.

The benefit: the ration matches the workload rather than guessing at it.

7. Competition safe and FEI-compliant

Trail days, hunter paces, long clinics — the ration remains legal and unchanged. Pur.Muskel is competition safe and FEI-compliant, from Höveler, a German maker of horse feed since 1905. Bifid stands behind every purchase with a 30-Day Money-Back Guarantee and a 24/7 licensed vet team.

Who this is for: competition horses whose stamina is scored, not taken on faith.

How to feed it

Pur.Muskel is a supplementary feed added to a complete ration — never a standalone complete feed. Rates per 220 lb (100 kg) of body weight per day:

Work levelDaily rate per 220 lb (100 kg) body weight Light work0.07–0.11 lb (30–50 g) Medium work0.11–0.18 lb (50–80 g) Heavy work0.18–0.22 lb (80–100 g)

Example: a 1,000 lb horse in medium work gets 50–80 g daily. Adjust to condition and training intensity, and keep forage alongside throughout.

Key specs at a glance: 44 lb bag, $52.99, raw protein 20%, raw fat 15.0%, digestible energy 14.1 MJ/kg, starch 5.8% — a supplementary feed added to a complete ration. The full label is on the Höveler Pur.Muskel 44 lb bag page.

Set the right rate for your training week with the feeding calculator.

What an owner said

"Noticeable difference in stamina" — Jessica, March 14, 2019 (4/10). Quality 4, Value 5, Price 4.

Frequently asked questions

Can a feed really improve stamina?

Pur.Muskel is formulated to back staying power with 14.1 MJ/kg of digestible energy supplied mostly as 15.0% raw fat instead of starch. A verified review from March 14, 2019 is titled "Noticeable difference in stamina."

How does low starch help endurance?

At 5.8% starch and 4.1% sugar, the energy comes in slowly from fat and fiber rather than as a fast starchy spike — which is the profile steady work relies on.

How much should I feed for a heavy training week?

0.18–0.22 lb (80–100 g) per 220 lb (100 kg) of body weight daily in heavy work. The gram ranges are small, so adjustments are simple to make.

Does it contain soy?

Yes — soy flakes are one of the protein sources, alongside pea flakes and sweet lupine flakes. It is not soy-free. It is alfalfa-free, with no added vitamins or minerals.