Mary Burger: Barrel Racing Legend & Summit Ambassador

For me and my horses it’s the most amazing form of anti-inflammatory remedy I have ever witnessed.

Mary Burger is an American professional barrel racer and one of the most inspiring figures in rodeo. She has won two WPRA World Championships in barrel racing (2006 and 2016) and is a four-time National Finals Rodeo qualifier.

In 2016, at 68 years old, Mary made history as the oldest professional rodeo world champion in any event, while also becoming the third barrel racer ever to wear the coveted No. 1 back number at the NFR. That season she set multiple records, including the highest single-season earnings for a WPRA barrel racer and the oldest qualifier to the NFR.

Her accomplishments and longevity in the sport earned her induction into the National Cowgirl Hall of Fame in 2017, cementing her legacy as both a competitor and a role model.

Mary relies on Summit Animal Health’s premium equine supplements to keep her horses comfortable, mobile, and performing at their very best.

Why Mary Burger Trusts Summit Joint Performance®

When you are competing at the professional level into your 70s, you learn to spot the difference between a supplement that works and one that doesn't. Mary relies on Summit Joint Performance to support the intense physical demands placed on her horses.

“Maintaining the inflammatory response is key,” Mary notes. By using Summit’s unique formula, Mary ensures her horses recovery faster and maintain the agility needed for those tight turns around the barrels.

The Championship Regimen

It isn’t just about the race; it’s about the daily maintenance. For Mary, the health of "Mo" and her other athletes starts with a foundation of recovery. Unlike traditional oral supplements that lose efficacy during digestion, Summit’s specialized formula provides direct support where the horse needs it most.

If you want to provide your horse with the same level of support that world champions use, explore the benefits of our flagship formula. You can buy Summit Joint Performance here to start your horse on the path to better mobility and faster recovery times.

Mary is part of an elite group of riders dedicated to animal wellness. To see how other professional riders in various disciplines utilize our products, visit our Equine Ambassador profiles for more success stories and training tips.

"Mary’s Tip: Don’t wait for a limp to start joint support. Prevention is the secret to a long career."