Dr. Fran Rowe, one of the veterinary nutritionists at Mad Barn, had the wonderful opportunity to give a lecture on the Science of Electrolytes for the competitors at the 2024 Northeast Endurance Team Challenge at Fair Hill International.
We received such great feedback about the lecture that we decided to make it accessible to all of our followers!
Join Dr. Rowe in discussing the role of electrolytes in the body, why electrolyte imbalance and dehydration negatively impact performance, and practical recommendations for electrolyte supplementation during competition.
Electrolytes play critical roles in neuromuscular function, fluid balance, and acid-base balance for the equine athlete. The most significant route for electrolyte and fluid loss in the exercising horse is through sweat.
Mitigating fluid and electrolyte losses in sweat is important for maximizing your horse's performance and recovery during competition! Tune in to learn more about supplementing electrolytes for the endurance horse, including how much to give and timing of administration.
Interested in learning more about managing endurance horses and electrolytes? We have several blog articles online:
👉 madbarn.com/electrolytes-for-...
👉 madbarn.com/feeding-the-endur...
👉 madbarn.com/equestrian-endura...
Want to submit your horse’s diet for evaluation? Follow this link to get connected with an equine nutritionist:
👉 madbarn.com/analyze-diet/
Have ideas for topics to cover or questions about your horse's health? We would love to hear from you! Please send any questions or comments to vet@madbarn.com
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