"Nothing Short of Brilliant" -- Mike Willman, Racing Analyst and ESPN Radio Host

 

On the Muscle is a portrait of a thoroughbred racing stable featuring Hall of Fame Trainer Richard Mandella.

 

The Equine Athletes in Richard Mandella's stable are "on the muscle" - fit, race steady, and raring to go. This sweeping documentary series follows six fascinating horse characters and their trainer, veterinarian, jockeys, owners and caretakers through the breathtaking highs and lows of a year of world class racing. Rich with life lessons and dramas big and small, three one-hour episodes lead to a stunning triumph at the 2003 Breeders' Cup World Thoroughbred Championships.

 

This dvd includes all three episodes:

 

Part 1 - On the Dirt

Part 2 - Two for the Road

Part 3 - Three to Get Ready

 

Featured horses:  Pleasantly Perfect, The Tin Man, Redattore, Kudos, Ile de Grance and Brisquette.