For many people, Polo does not come to mind when they think of popular sports. While it may not be televised the way big sports like baseball and soccer are, it’s one of the biggest sports out there and is played in over 90 countries around the globe. There have been...
If you’re looking to get involved in polo, your relationship with your horse is obviously going to be one of the most important things to work on. While polo is a strenuous sport that requires all parties involved to be fit, smart, and agile, not everyone knows...
Polo is a smaller sport that’s gaining ground in the United States. Although many people are intimidated by polo, it’s a surprisingly accessible and family-friendly sport. Most people associate polo with wealth and even royalty. In reality, it’s one...
Polo has evolved a great deal over the years. The game seems to have been invented in what today is Iran. Originally, there was actually a height limit for polo horses. Manipuri ponies at 13.2 hands in height were considered ideal for this sport for years. However, as...
Polo horses are very special animals. Though they’re full-sized horses, they’re affectionately known as “polo ponies.” Polo ponies are generally thoroughbreds or thoroughbred crosses. They have many great features that set them apart and make...
No matter what sport or physical activity a person is pursuing, it is vital that proper hydration be maintained. If a person loses too much water from the body, there can be serious repercussions. Those who become severely dehydrated run the risk of suffering from...
