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Breaks in racehorses: how to proceed?
The break in a racehorse is a period of rest. With performance being the key to success, the importance of a proper break for horses may arise. In this article, we will explore in detail the concept of the ‘break’ in racehorses and explain why it is a crucial element in maximising their performance.
Michael Keady’s Equimetre experience
We had the chance to talk with Michael Keady, co trainer at Murphy and Keady Racing. He shared with us his experience with Equimetre, and how he integrated it into their daily work with horses.
Tom Fanshawe’s Equimetre experience
We had the chance to talk with Tom Fanshawe, assistant trainer for James Fanshawe in Newmarket. He shared with us his experience with Equimetre, and how he integrated it into their daily work with horses.
Muscle memory in the athletic horse
During training, the horse engages what is known as his muscle memory, so that his muscles are able to carry out the effort almost automatically. However, the source of this memory is not in the muscle, but in the brain.
Equimetre feature #1 – The comparison tool
The comparison tool, designed for quick and easy use, will enable you to analyse your horses under similar training conditions simply by selecting the same training day, the same type of work or the same intensity.
Locomotion data: what’s in it for the day-to-day work?
Locomotion data helps us to understand how a horse moves around the track, providing valuable information about its physical ability, fitness and potential. Every horse has its own stride, and the way in which its canter is constructed varies little throughout its life. By looking at the parameters of cadence and amplitude at a fixed speed, we can obtain indications of a horse’s theoretical preferred distance.
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RACEHORSE TRAINING MONITORING
Will racehorse genetics studies revolutionize the horse racing industry?
Discover studies and works realized up to this day on racehorse genetics. With our constantly improving knowledge of the subject, it might shape tomorrow’s horse racing industry.
How to individualize your racehorses’ training thanks to data?
As each racehorse is unique, training adaptation should be consistent. Thanks to data, it is now possible to anticipate and solve some problems that would be undetectable without the help of technology.
Ciaron Maher Racing: creating a Sports Science unit
Expectations, reality and results in creating a Sports Science unit in a racing stable. Discover Ciaron Maher Racing’s experience with EQUIMETRE and Arioneo.
7 reasons to train racehorses with a finish line
You want to train your racehorses with a connected finish line ? Discover 7 good reasons to adopt this technology thanks to Arioneo !
Compare two debutant horses : How to use it ?
Discover how to compare two debutants horses to enter them at the right time and on the right race. This very important step allows you to ensure the safety and performance of your racehorses.
Introduction to balneotherapy for athlete horses
This article puts to light the novator balneotherapy treatments for horses. Wether it is used for recovery, wellbeing or performance, this method is gaining in momentum. Discover the pros and cons of this athlete horse healthcare method.
EQUINE HEALTH & SCIENCE
Atrial fibrillation among racehorses : impact, recurrence and consequences
Atrial fibrillation atriale is frequent among racehorses. This form of arythmia decreases a horse’s performances and endangers their health. Discover how to detect and prevent it!
How to detect myocarditis in the racehorse thanks to equine technologies?
How can the monitoring of a racehorse’s heart rate help in detecting a myocarditis? Detect cardiac pathologies at early stages thanks to the longitudinal follow up of athlete horses.
How to prevent pathologies in racehorses? Two concrete examples
Early pathologies detection in racehorses is a challenge for the horse racing industry. Discover data driven concrete example from the EQUIMETRE community.
YOUNG RACEHORSES MONITORING
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TESTIMONIALS
The use of treadmills, Romane Borrione’s vision
Romane Borrione, a performance and data analyst specializing in racehorses delves into the topic of treadmill training.
Equine Data Revolution: Insights from Dr. Michelle Nihei
The 8th edition of the Cauthen Seminar, on January 22, 2023, explored the convergence of horse racing, training philosophy, and advanced data science. Dr. Michelle Nihei, a distinguished racehorse trainer and Ph.D., delivered a compelling presentation shedding light on “Hoofprints and Philosophy” – Perspectives from Racing and Training.
Trevor Andrews’s Equimetre experience
We were lucky to interview thoroughbred trainer Trevor Andrews regarding his utilization of EQUIMETRE.