St. Charles, MO—November 30, 2011—Sure, it’s a fast-paced world, but barrel racers still seem to go five times faster than the rest of us.  Which is why Arenus, makers of STEADFAST^® Equine, partnered with the National Barrel Horse Association during the NBHA 2011 World Championships, October 23-29, at the Georgia National Fairgrounds in Perry, to pick up the pace towards fighting breast cancer.

After donning their creative-thinking cowboy hats, Brady Karren, Sales Manager at Arenus, and Len Carter, with NBHA Sponsorships, came up with an idea that appealed to the competitive and charitable sides of the nation’s best barrel racers and their fans:  the STEADFAST Five Times Faster Dash, a single barrel race to support breast cancer research and awareness.

            “Like a winning barrel racing team,” said Karren, “STEADFAST and its unique ingredient, NEM^®, which is a joint support matrix, works fast to deliver results.”          

On hand at the Georgia National Fairgrounds to cheer on STEADFAST Five Times Faster winners Tyler Aitken, Emily Church, and Ned Cunningham, as was the creator of Arenus ASSURE^® digestive aids, Dr. Jay Altman.

            Being a part of charity events like this demonstrates the Arenus commitment to encouraging healthy competition and better health.  An NBHA national title partner, Arenus is a premier provider of science-supported equine and pet health and nutrition products. In addition to ASSURE digestive aids and STEADFAST joint and soft tissue health products, the Arenus family of tack trunk essentials includes DHA/Omega-3 supplements ALEIRA^®, to support respiratory health, and RELEIRA^®, to support reproductive function; EQUILITE™ herbal blends; and the award-winning SORE NO-MORE^® topicals.

The NBHA, headquartered in Augusta, Georgia, is the largest barrel racing organization in the world. In 1992, the NBHA revolutionized the barrel racing industry by pioneering the divisional format, which allows riders of all skill levels a chance to compete for money and prizes. The divisional format encourages riders to improve and work toward higher Divisions while still remaining competitive.