Exercise-induced hypoxemia and anaerobic capacity in Thoroughbred horses

Thoroughbred racehorses have been selectively bred for racing for centuries. The excellent exercise capacity of Thoroughbreds is thought to depend largely on their extraordinarily high cardiopulmonary function. Their high aerobic capacity (VO2max) might be amplified by the exercise-induced hypoxemia...

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Main Authors: Hajime Ohmura, Atsushi Hiraga, James H. Jones
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Japanese Society of Physical Fitness and Sports Medicine 2013-06-01
Series:Journal of Physical Fitness and Sports Medicine
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Online Access:https://www.jstage.jst.go.jp/article/jpfsm/2/2/2_163/_pdf/-char/en