The Thorougbred: The Ultimate Athlete? (Otherwise known as fun facts about horses) Flashcards

1

Between what distances can Thoroughbreds race over?

2

On average, as a percentage of it's bodyweight how big is a Thoroughbred's heart?

3

Approximately what is the cardiac output of a Thoroughbred at maximal exercise?

4

How many litres of airper minute does a horse circulate through it’s body at intense exercise?

5

What is the available surface area for gas exchange in the lungs of the Thoroughbred?

6

What is the VO₂Max of the Thoroughbred?

7

What is the quickest 5 furlong (1000 m) time recorded?

8

Which of the following has the highest VO₂Max?

The Thorougbred: The Ultimate Athlete? (Otherwise known as fun facts about horses)