Jockey

Jockeying is the high-stakes art of steering a thousand pounds of muscle at 40 miles per hour. It requires the balance of a gymnast, the nerves of a fighter pilot, and a deep, unspoken connection with an animal. 🏇 The Life of a Jockey The Physical Toll

• Hand ride: urging with hands rather than whip.
• Hold-up ride: keeping the horse back early for a late run.
• Furlong: one-eighth of a mile.
• Going: track condition (firm, good, soft, heavy).

Mental Fortitude: The Replay Room

Jockey Equipment

argue for investing in the person, believing a great leader will pivot and find a way to win [22]. : Research from Chicago Booth jockey