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Being one of the oldest racing sports, the horse racing is spread all over the world like a fire. Thus in each and every country different method and style of horse racing is conducted. The horse racing sports are known from Roman times as sport of kings. The new style of horse racing is mostly associated with the gambling and betting acts.

The modern horse racing system was introduced in 12th century and some advancement took place in 18th century in England. The next step was the constitution of rules, regulations and standards related to the horse racing. Then after different types of horse racing are started in different parts of the world. The noticeable about this game is that it was a part of Greek Olympics.

The various forms of horse racing are found in different countries like in America, South Africa, Australia, Korea, Japan, India, Pakistan and some European countries.

One of the most used and famous form of horse racing is Thoroughbred horse racing. In this type of racing the jockey is neatly mounted to a horse and they enter the horse racing competition. The weight of the jockey is borne by the horse.

The flat and with the jump are tow subtypes in this kind of racing. The hurdle horse racing can be played by the horses which are specially trained because it he needs to cross the obstacles on the lower level as well as the fences in between to win the race.

The second type of horse racing is harness racing. In this type the two wheeler cycles or carts are pulled by the racing horses during the game. This is called as racing with sulkies. But this is not the common type of racing. It is conducted on specific occasions. The fit and healthy horses can take part in it as they have to drag the cart and the jockey on it with them to finish the race. The weight is very heavy and needs specially trained horses.

The Horse racing is quite popular and usual in some countries. Thus big racing tracks are formed in various 33 countries. For the normal flat racing there are more than 90 racetracks in various states.

The horse racing is connected with the betting and gambling acts in some of the countries. But in some states it is strictly prohibited. Special laws are passed for the sake of stooping the betting task during the horse racing. But if it is allowed as per the laws of the particular country, then you can enter the betting activity and get gains from it.

Following are the Components of Physical fitness :

1. Speed: Speed is the ability of a person to execute motor movements with high speed in the shortest period of time. It is equal to the distance covered per unit of time. the element of speed is involved in most of the athletic skills such as in sprint running, some skills of soccer, basketball, etc.

2.Strength: Strength is the ability of a muscle to expert or release force by contraction enabling a person to overcome resistance or to act against resistance.

3. Power: Power is the ability of muscle to release maximum force in the shortest period of time. It is equal to force multiplied by speed. It is the combination of strength and speed. Speed and force must be combined for effective performance in activities like baseball throw, jumps for height, football kick, boxing punch,etc.

4. Endurance :Endurance is the ability of the person to perform movement of moderate (Sub-maximum) contractions over prolonged period of time under conditions of fatigue or tiredness. It is the product of all psychic and physical energy of human body.

5. Flexibility : Flexibility is the ability of a muscle to perform movements with large range of motion.

6. Agility : Agility is the ability of a person to change positions in space or to change directions quickly and effectively e.g. football player quickly changes direction or giving dodge to opponent, hurdle crossing over the barrier or hurdles, zig-zag running, etc.

7. Balance : Balance is the ability of a person to control human body or to maintain equilibrium under static and dynamic conditions e.g. hand stand, skating, skiing, catching a fly in baseball, etc.

- By Body Health Blog .