As a horse race owner, I’m always looking for ways to improve the performance and well-being of my horses. Recently, I’ve become intrigued by the idea of racing horses without shoes – and I’ve been doing my research to determine whether it’s a viable option for my horses. Barefoot racing is an option for some …
Just when I thought I’d seen everything there was to see in horse racing training techniques and equipment, I saw something that left me amazed. It was a biomechanical sensor – a small device that attaches to a horse’s leg to monitor its movement and provide data on gait, stride length, and overall fitness. As …
It was my friend’s first time at the horse track, and he was eager to learn everything he could about the sport. As we walked through the paddock, he asked me about the different horses, jockeys, and races taking place. But when he heard the term “maiden race,” he looked at me with a puzzled …
Recently, I had the opportunity to attend the quarterly meeting of the Louisiana Horse Racing Commission. It was pretty wild. The room was full of trainers whose horses failed drug tests. Some were first-time offenders, but many had been caught multiple times. The high number of repeat offenders was alarming. Performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs) are substances …
I’m going to the Kentucky Derby, also known as “The Run for the Roses,” a world-famous horse race held annually in Louisville, Kentucky. It’s the first leg of the Triple Crown of thoroughbred racing, which includes the Preakness Stakes and the Belmont Stakes. But the Kentucky Derby is more than just a race – it’s …
As a longtime fan of steeplechase racing, I can confidently say it’s a sport like no other. The thrill of watching horses and riders navigate a challenging course, clearing hurdles and navigating water jumps with grace and precision, is truly unparalleled. Something about the combination of athleticism, strategy, and raw power makes steeplechase races captivating. …
As a horse owner and racing enthusiast for many years, I have had the privilege of experiencing the thrill of thoroughbred racing firsthand. From the high-stakes world of buying and training racehorses to the excitement of watching them thunder down the track, there is something truly special about this sport. In this article, I’ll take …
As a horse racing enthusiast, I’ve always been fascinated by the intense training and preparation that goes into getting a racehorse ready for competition. One aspect of this process that has always intrigued me is the concept of horse racing workouts. For those unfamiliar with the term, horse racing workouts involve a horse being exercised …
As a racehorse owner, I’ve had the opportunity to witness firsthand the vital role that jockeys play in the sport of horse racing. From their expert horsemanship and strategic decision-making during a race to the care and attention they give to our four-legged athletes, jockeys are an integral part of the team. In this blog …
One of my horses, who typically has slower training times than the other horses in my stable, consistently performs well and typically finishes in the money during races. On the other hand, my horses with faster training times don’t always perform well. This led me to wonder what factors influence a horse’s speed and performance. …