The Full Guide to Training Like a Jockey - Eclipse Magazine
To train your core muscles, you can do the plank (fit jockeys need to be able to maintain the position for an average of 3 minutes), flutter kicks, scissor exercise, the prone superman, and more. Balancing exercises include various one-legged drills: one-leg squats or the running man exercise, or use special equipment such as a BOSU, balance ...
The 2023 Horse Racing Calendar - Eclipse Magazine
Top UK Horse Racing Meetings 2023. Cheltenham Festival – March 14-17. Grand National Festival – April 13-15. Newmarket Guineas Festival – May 5-7. Epsom Derby Festival – June 2-3. Royal Ascot – June 20-24. Newmarket July Festival – …
Celebrities who go Horse Racing - Eclipse Magazine
Famous Faces at the Races – Famous Owners. Explore Eclipse Magazine's exclusive insights into the world of horse racing celebrities. Discover which stars frequent the tracks and their experiences.
An interview with Felix Francis - Eclipse Magazine
Felix Francis, the younger son of the legendary jockey and bestselling writer Dick Francis, was involved in the research and writing of his father’s novels for almost 40 years. He recalls for Eclipse Magazine what it was like working with his father and explains how he feels about his new book, Gamble, which sees him taking up the literary ...
Ripon Racecourse Guide - Go Racing at Ripon - What's on and news
Yorkshire’s Garden Racecourse. With its bright flowerbeds and emerald lawns Ripon is known as Yorkshire’s Garden Racecourse and was voted ‘Best Small Racecourse in the North’ by the Racegoers Club in 2011, 2014 and 2015. In 2017 the Racecourse Association pronounced Ripon one of the best racecourses in the country, along with 10 others.
Your Guide to Upcoming UK Horse Racing Events: Dates, …
The UK is home to some of the most prestigious horse racing events in the world, offering thrilling experiences for enthusiasts and casual spectators alike. This guide provides detailed information about upcoming horse racing events across the UK, including dates, locations, and the excitement each event promises.
What to Wear to Aintree Racecourse - Eclipse Magazine
The Sunglasses. When considering what to wear to Aintree Racecourse, don’t forget the sunglasses, a must have accessory to look cool on a sunny day at the races. Go for designer sunglasses in the classic styles of aviator or wayfarers. This is an easy way to update your outfit and create that designer look without robbing the bank.
Bath Racecourse Guide: Complete Resource | Eclipse Magazine
Bath Racecourse, Landsdown Road, Bath BA1 9BU. Road: The course is just six miles south of M4 Junction 18 and is well sign-posted from all major routes. Rail: Trains run from both the main London Paddington and South Wales lines, and there are also regular connections from Bristol, Cardiff and Birmingham. Buses and taxis run from Bath train ...
What to Wear to Ascot Racecourse - Eclipse Magazine
When considering what to wear to Ascot Racecourse in the Queen Anne Enclosure, ladies generally wear smart summer clothing and gentlemen dress for a smart occasion during the Flat season. Fancy dress and replica sports shirts are not permitted. Ascot Racecourse reserves the right to refuse entry to anyone deemed to be dressed inappropriately.
Royal Ascot: All The Queen's Horses - Eclipse Magazine
Free Agent, trained by Richard Hannon Snr and ridden by Richard Hughes, ended a nine-year Royal Ascot drought for The Queen that stretched back to the 1999 victory of Blueprint in the Duke of Edinburgh Stakes. The 2008 Chesham Stakes winner triumphed in what was only his second career start, taking The Queen’s Royal Ascot winners tally to 20.