Heart rate and heart rate variability responses during three exercise tests and recovery in horses participating in the Federation Equestre Internationale Eventing World Challenge.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Horses competing in eventing competitions encounter significant challenges that increase their risk of severe injuries and metabolic disorders. Numerous studies have focused on the risk of such injuries and disorders during the cross-country segment. While one study has examined autonomic responses during this segment, research on these responses across all three phases of competition, particularly during one-day events, is still limited. The objective of this study was to analyse the autonomic responses of horses by measuring heart rate (HR) and heart rate variability (HRV) during three exercise tests and their recovery while competing in the Fédération Équestre Internationale Eventing World Challenge. HR and HRV were monitored in 10 horses during the competition; howev

SUBMITTER: Wonghanchao T 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12553158 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature