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Area of Science:

  • Equine physiology
  • Veterinary sports medicine
  • Exercise science

Background:

  • Exercise physiology and training offer valuable insights into physiological mechanisms.
  • Exercise testing is a critical clinical tool for veterinarians.
  • Assessing fitness, performance potential, and preventing injuries in horses are key applications.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review clinically applicable aspects of cardiovascular adaptations to training.
  • To emphasize the importance of exercise testing in equine practice.
  • To guide the selection of appropriate exercise tests for different equine disciplines and levels.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing literature on exercise physiology and cardiovascular adaptations.
  • Discussion of the application of various exercise tests in veterinary medicine.
  • Emphasis on the multifactorial nature of poor performance.

Main Results:

  • Cardiovascular adaptations to training are significant and measurable.
  • Exercise testing provides objective data for performance assessment.
  • Comprehensive tests assessing multiple body systems are beneficial for diagnosing complex poor performance cases.

Conclusions:

  • Understanding cardiovascular adaptations is vital for optimizing equine athletic performance.
  • Appropriate exercise testing protocols are essential for accurate diagnosis and injury prevention.
  • Multisystemic assessment during exercise testing aids in identifying the causes of poor performance.