Probably the oldest team sport, polo dates back to over 2,000 years ago. It was first played by nomadic warriors, and the first recorded tournament was held in 600 BC. Since its origin in Persia, the game has been associated with the nobles and kings of the country....
Riders should not forget to prepare their bodies because polo is a high-impact game that can last for one to two hours. The playing time is long, creating a need to warm up muscles and joints for the game. Warming up eliminates the risk of straining a muscle or damage...
Polo is a horseback riding sport that involves four players hitting a small wooden ball into a goal with a wooden mallet. Polo is considered one of the oldest team sports around and used to be played in the Olympics during the early 1900s. It has since been taken out,...
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 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...
