【#马年春节来话马# 】#马背上的运动如何流转千年# 历史上，马从来不只是单纯的代步工具，更在冷 兵器时代深刻影响着王朝兴衰，是关乎国运强弱的重要因素。它深度融入人类体育运动、休闲娱乐、文 明交流等诸领域，至今仍流行的马球、赛马和马术运动，便是其跨越时空、持续影响人类文明的生动明 证。（首都师范大学历史学院 李志成 汪佳璇） ...

Core Insights - The article highlights the historical and cultural significance of horses, particularly in Chinese culture, as symbols of perseverance and strength, especially with the upcoming Year of the Horse in 2026 [2][9] Evolution of Horses - Horses have a rich evolutionary history, starting from approximately 56 million years ago with early ancestors resembling small dogs, evolving through various stages to become the modern horse [3] - Key evolutionary milestones include the transition from small forest-dwelling creatures to larger grassland animals, with significant changes occurring around 4 million years ago when the modern horse emerged [3] Current Status of Horse Species - The current horse family consists of only one genus, with nine species, including the Przewalski's horse, which is the only remaining wild horse species and is classified as a national first-class protected animal in China [4] - As of the end of 2024, the population of Przewalski's horse in China has exceeded 900 individuals, representing one-third of the global population, showcasing successful conservation efforts [4] Biological Characteristics - Horses possess unique biological traits, such as the largest eyes among land mammals, with a diameter of 5 cm and a nearly panoramic field of vision, although they are colorblind [5] - Their teeth grow continuously throughout their lives, and they can stand while sleeping lightly, allowing for quick escape from danger [5] Historical Relationship with Humans - The domestication of horses began thousands of years ago, with evidence suggesting that horses were domesticated in the Eurasian steppes around 5,600 to 5,500 years ago [7] - Horses played a crucial role in agriculture, transportation, and military endeavors throughout history, serving as a core productivity force in ancient societies [7] Modern Value of Horses - In contemporary society, the practical utility of horses has diminished, but they have gained new value in sports, therapy, and transportation in remote areas [8] - The evolution of horse value reflects human civilization's progress and the harmonious coexistence between humans and nature [8] Cultural Symbolism - In Chinese culture, horses symbolize strength and progress, often associated with phrases that denote success and ambition [9] - The horse has been a recurring theme in literature and art, representing freedom and resilience, as seen in various historical and artistic references [9]

农历丙午马年将至，金陵城郊的马场里，冬阳裹着新春暖意洒落，"踢踏——踢踏——踢踏"，一匹通体 棕亮、额间白纹、四蹄踏雪的骏马踏着年关节拍款步而来，清脆蹄音声声入耳。这景象，让人遥想起三 国时期那些传奇名驹：赤兔踏破联军、绝影血战宛城，踏雪长坂怒吼……它们不仅是烽烟岁月的见证， 更以忠勇不羁的品性，铸就了不朽诗篇。 千年已过，这份藏着骏马风骨的精神图腾，已迭代为兼具优雅与力量的现代马术运动，悄然走入大众生 活，成为一种亲近自然、锤炼身心的时代风尚，也成为这个新春的一道别样风景。马的年岁更迭，人与 马的故事，始终在奔跑中续写。 建立信任的第一步：读懂"马语" "马的耳朵，是最会'说话'的器官。"春节前夕，马场里依旧热闹，金陵马汇马术俱乐部总经理肖宁陆， 正带着几位新手熟悉马匹，"当它的耳朵向前竖起朝向你时，说明它对你很有兴趣，可以慢慢让它熟悉 你的气味后再触摸；若它的耳朵向后贴时，代表它可能有点紧张，我们则需要保持点距离。" 读懂这些细微的肢体语言，是与马建立信任的第一步。肖宁陆进一步拆解："马的双眼位于头部两侧， 视野开阔，但额头正前方与臀部后方却是视觉盲区，这些部位比较敏感。平常不要从后方突然靠近或触 碰它的 ...

Core Viewpoint - The Guangzhou Municipal Government has issued the "Guangzhou Sports Strong City Construction Plan (2024-2035)", emphasizing the integration of sports development and the sports industry [1] Group 1: Sports Industry Development - The plan aims to promote a high degree of integration between sports undertakings and the sports industry, enhancing the operational capabilities of sports through market-oriented and industrialized approaches [1] - It proposes the establishment of a feedback mechanism for commercial sports resources to support public fitness, youth sports, and competitive sports, balancing social and economic benefits dynamically [1] Group 2: Emerging Sports and Economic Growth - The plan encourages the development of emerging sports sectors such as e-sports, ice and snow sports, equestrian sports, water sports, low-altitude sports, and new energy racing [1] - It aims to create consumption scenarios that integrate "sports + commerce + tourism + culture + entertainment + exhibitions", and to establish several thematic and demonstrative sports industry functional zones to enhance sports consumption and event economy [1]