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  • Ok real talk: we know warming up is certainly not the most exciting part of your ride and more often than not, it gets glossed over because as equestrians, we are busy and often strapped for time BUT here's why it's integral that we make the warm-up a priority for our horse's sake... 

    This week, we're back with dressage trainer and equine emotion specialist, Melissa Gallagher, with a few key tips on how to elevate your training routine. Whether you're prepping for a show or a regular ride, Melissa shares her expert insights to ensure your horse is physically AND mentally ready to perform at their best.

    Here are just a few of the highlights:

    Physical Prep: Learn why a 15-20 minute long warm-up is crucial for your horse's muscles, increasing blood flow, and ensuring proper shock absorption to keep your horses sound and comfortable, not only during your ride but also how this habit helps them over the course of their entire career.Mental Readiness: Understand how a calm, relaxed horse is key to success, and the importance of a flexible, pressure-free warm-up.Transitions and Suppleness: Explore how to use gentle transitions and body bends to ease anxious horses into a state of relaxation and focus.Core Strength: Hear about the benefits of transitions for strengthening your horse's core, improving balance, and preparing for more demanding movements.

    There are a ton of nuanced strategies that can make or break your training routine but Melissa's expertise and practical advice are invaluable for anyone looking to build a consistent, effective warm-up routine that fits both you and your horse.

    Tune in now to get your horse and yourself ready to conquer every ride with confidence!

    In other news, we're offering a limited-time discount for my fan-favorite entry-level courses, Easy Equine Massage and Back in Balance when you buy them as a bundle! From now through the end of June, take over $30 off the full price PLUS use code NOBUCKS10 for an additional 10% off at checkout. Visit this link to learn more! https://freelyforwardbodywork.mykajabi.com/offers/iGiATmDK

    You can find Melissa @collectiverootsdressage on Instagram, Facebook and TikTok.

     

    For more graphics, video explanations, and behind-the-scenes bites, give us a follow @NoBucksGivenPodcast on Instagram.

    This episode was executive-produced by Maija Liisa Luttinger and Allie Watson Bayne. Special thanks to our editor and sound mixer, David Dalton of Driftwork Sound.

    This podcast is brought to you by Freely Forward Bodywork. Our mission at Freely Forward Bodywork is to make equine bodywork accessible to any horse, no matter where you are in the world. If you are interested in learning more about my online catalog of courses designed to help you bond with your horse through the art of massage, give me a follow on Instagram @freelyforwardbodywork or click this link to check them out yourself! https://freelyforwardbodywork.mykajabi.com/

  • No Bucks Given Listeners! We're offering a limited-time discount for my signature massage course, Equine Massage 101 specifically for you! From now through June 8th, take $100 off the price of EM101. Use the code NBG100 or visit this link to learn more! https://freelyforwardbodywork.mykajabi.com/offers/zpbZ3xQz?coupon_code=NBG100

    Let's talk about the biggest problems riders face when it comes to elevating your riding...

    Meet Jack LaTorre of Equibody Fitness. If you've ever wondered how the top riders in the world perfect their craft both in and out of the saddle, turn in this week on NO BUCKS GIVEN, as we sit down with the Jack, a Grand Prix dressage rider, fitness coach, and the founder of Equibody Fitness. Jack's journey, turning his own physical limitations into a groundbreaking fitness program, aims to revolutionize the equestrian world.

    Jack shares his philosophy on using fitness to enhance riding, emphasizing that toned strength, mobility, and flexibility are key. "Dressage is like physical therapy for horses… We should be using the gym to do the same for ourselves," Jack explains. His unique "strength through length" method combines muscle building and stretching to improve proprioception, reduce stiffness, and ensure longevity in the sport.

    Jack's passion for helping equestrians become better athletes is contagious, and his practical advice is something you won’t want to miss.

    Learn more about how you can elevate your riding through fitness and join the Equibody community for a healthier, more effective riding experience at www.equibodyfitness.com




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    This episode was executive-produced by Maija Liisa Luttinger and Allie Watson Bayne. Special thanks to our editor and sound mixer, David Dalton of Driftwork Sound.




    This podcast is brought to you by Freely Forward Bodywork. Our mission at Freely Forward Bodywork is to make equine bodywork accessible to any horse, no matter where you are in the world. If you are interested in learning more about my online catalog of courses designed to help you bond with your horse through the art of massage, give me a follow on Instagram @freelyforwardbodywork or click this link to check them out yourself! https://freelyforwardbodywork.mykajabi.com/

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  • We're back this week with a bonus episode that is incredibly close to my heart. I'm honoring my heart horse, Westley, who passed away two years ago with one more solo episode and sharing the three most powerful things I learned from suddenly losing him; my riding partner for over seven years. 

    Bodywork was integral to keeping Westley comfortable during his life and he is a huge part of why I do what I do today. Join me as we dive into this emotional retrospective on my heart horse who is truly the reason I have the career I have and am able to help so many other horses today. 

     

    We're offering a limited-time discount for my signature massage course, Equine Massage 101 - from now through Sunday June 2nd, take $100 off the price of EM101. Use the code EM101SUMMER or visit this link to learn more! https://freelyforwardbodywork.mykajabi.com/offers/zpbZ3xQz?coupon_code=EM101SUMMER

     

    For more graphics, video explanations, and behind-the-scenes bites, give us a follow @NoBucksGivenPodcast on Instagram.




    This episode was executive-produced by Maija Liisa Luttinger and Allie Watson Bayne. Special thanks to our editor and sound mixer, David Dalton of Driftwork Sound.




    This podcast is brought to you by Freely Forward Bodywork. Our mission at Freely Forward Bodywork is to make equine bodywork accessible to any horse, no matter where you are in the world. If you are interested in learning more about my online catalog of courses designed to help you bond with your horse through the art of massage, give me a follow on Instagram @freelyforwardbodywork or click this link to check them out yourself! https://freelyforwardbodywork.mykajabi.com/

     

  • This week I'm honoring my heart horse, Westley, who passed away two years ago with a solo episode and sharing the top ten things I learned from him that changed my entire outlook on horsemanship. 

    We're also offering a limited time discount for my signature massage course, EM101 - from now through Sunday June 2nd, take $100 off the price of EM101. Use the code EM101SUMMER or visit this link to learn more! https://freelyforwardbodywork.mykajabi.com/offers/zpbZ3xQz?coupon_code=EM101SUMMER

     

    For more graphics, video explanations, and behind-the-scenes bites, give us a follow @NoBucksGivenPodcast on Instagram.




    This episode was executive-produced by Maija Liisa Luttinger and Allie Watson Bayne. Special thanks to our editor and sound mixer, David Dalton of Driftwork Sound.




    This podcast is brought to you by Freely Forward Bodywork. Our mission at Freely Forward Bodywork is to make equine bodywork accessible to any horse, no matter where you are in the world. If you are interested in learning more about my online catalog of courses designed to help you bond with your horse through the art of massage, give me a follow on Instagram @freelyforwardbodywork or click this link to check them out yourself! https://freelyforwardbodywork.mykajabi.com/

     

  • Unpopular opinon: riding your horse is not always the answer to improving their physical well being. In fact, prioritizing your horse's muscular health and fitness is MORE important than your riding goals when it comes to your horse's overall health and longterm soundness - and sometimes that means taking a break from ridden work to focus on rebuilding muscles with, you guessed it, groundwork. Ok, we know this sounds boring but hear us out...

    This week we're unpacking the foundational advantages of equine fitness with friend of the pod, Amanda Anderson of Saddle Fitting US and veterinarian Dr. Kate Workman of Denali Equine. 

    Without a healthy back and musculature, the rest of the equation (saddlefit, proper riding, a balanced rider, etc) crumbles. Join us as Doctor Kate shares her journey from being a sports medicine practitioner to her current specialization in diagnosing and treating chronic body lameness. We'll get into why proactive intervention and prevention is so important when it comes to solving lameness issues, and well worth the time and effort as opposed to band-aid solutions. 

    From identifying signs of lameness and body soreness to understanding how saddle fit plays a role in overall soundness, learn why a healthy back is the foundation for a happy, thriving equine athlete, and why even the most perfectly fitting saddle won't solve underlying issues.

    Dr. Kate Workman started Denali Equine with the goal of helping equine athletes reach their full potential. She wanted a facility to cultivate a team approach where every case is surrounded by all the specialized professionals they need to be diagnosed, healed then maintained in their athletic career. Upon graduating from Virginia-Maryland Regional college of veterinary medicine she took an internship with a sports medicine exclusive practice. There she got the amazing opportunity to work with some of the nation’s top quarter horses. This experience helped her hone an eye for movement patterns.

    After opening Denali, she knew we needed to do better at early injury diagnosis to prevent the chronic lameness and career ending injuries many horses were sustaining. There were a few cases, including one of her own horses that she didn’t feel like we had solved the whole puzzle.  With the help of collaboration with Dr. Audrey DeClue quickly learned that there needed to be a shift from focusing primarily on limb lameness to body soundness as a whole. That ‘conventional’ equine sports medicine was not giving enough answers for too many horses. This shift has allowed her to focus on conditions that go undiagnosed/untreated, focus on the small details of body injuries and compensation patterns which allows for the prevention of chronic limb conditions. Her goal is to always listen to, work with and recruit the owners and all equine professionals on a team approach to solve the unsolvable.

    You can learn more about her practice at denaliequine.com

    For more graphics, video explanations, and behind-the-scenes bites, give us a follow @NoBucksGivenPodcast on Instagram.

     

    This episode was executive-produced by Maija Liisa Luttinger and Allie Watson Bayne. Special thanks to our editor and sound mixer, David Dalton of Driftwork Sound.

     

    This podcast is brought to you by Freely Forward Bodywork. Our mission at Freely Forward Bodywork is to make equine bodywork accessible to any horse, no matter where you are in the world. If you are interested in learning more about my online catalog of courses designed to help you bond with your horse through the art of massage, give me a follow on Instagram @freelyforwardbodywork or click this link to check them out yourself! https://freelyforwardbodywork.mykajabi.com/

     

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  • This week I'm spilling my own tea on the BIGGEST mistakes I've made in the horse world (which ultimately cost me thousands of dollars) so you don't fall into the same patterns I did!!

    In my first solo episode of NO BUCKS GIVEN, I'm getting real about buying horses that match you as a rider, how investing in a properly fitted saddle can transform your riding (in my case, literally overnight), and why listening to your horse's needs is absolutely integral to your partnership. 

    I also go over common misconceptions about ulcers, talk through the pressures of showing, and even touch on some fashion advice for any budget-conscious equestrians.

    Tune in and find out why educating yourself and advocating for your horse can be the most valuable tools when it comes to navigating the horse world - and it doesn't hurt that some of this will definitely save you a few $$$. 

     

    For more graphics, video explanations, and behind-the-scenes bites, give us a follow @NoBucksGivenPodcast on Instagram.

    This episode was executive-produced by Maija Liisa Luttinger and Allie Watson Bayne. Special thanks to our editor and sound mixer, David Dalton of Driftwork Sound.

    This podcast is brought to you by Freely Forward Bodywork. Our mission at Freely Forward Bodywork is to make equine bodywork accessible to any horse, no matter where you are in the world. If you are interested in learning more about my online catalog of courses designed to help you bond with your horse through the art of massage, give me a follow on Instagram @freelyforwardbodywork or click this link to check them out yourself! https://freelyforwardbodywork.mykajabi.com/

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  • DID YOU KNOW that nutritional deficiencies can impact a horse's physical performance and behavior? (As an added bonus, results of deficiencies in the diet can often be misconstrued as training issues...)

    If you want to learn a few subtle signs that horses may display due to problems with their diet, and how a horse's food plays a pivotal role in addressing these underlying issues, come along with us for this episode on EQUINE NUTRITION FOR DUMMIES!

    This week we dig into the world of equine nutrition alongside special guest Dr. Jyme Nichols, PHD and Head of Nutrition at Bluebonnet Feeds. Don't be scared, we break down the basics of equine nutrition for the every-day horse owner so you can take what you learn and apply it at home.

     

    Here's a preview of what we covered in this episode: 

    *The essential dietary needs every horse requires and explores how functional supplements can elevate a horse's health and performance.*The difference between foundational and functional nutrition for horses*Basic best practices when it comes to feeding senior horses, young and growing horses, performance horses and breeding horses*Highlighting a few critical aspects often overlooked in horse care when it comes to assessing the quality of your feed*Breaking down the science behind functional nutrition, and how supplements can influence targeted biological responses, from joint health to improved recovery post-exercise

     

    PLUS we mythbust our way through a couple of common misconceptions around equine supplements and the importance of hands-on horse knowledge when it comes to optimizing horse's health.

     

    If you want practical advice on feeding your horses for success, check out this episode of No Bucks Given! 

     

    Dr. Jyme Nichols is the Director of Nutrition for Bluebonnet Feeds and Stride Animal Health, and is an ARPAS certified Professional Animal Scientist (PAS) in the Equine discipline. She completed her Master of Science at Montana State University and Doctoral degree at Oklahoma State University. Her published research focused on managing blood glucose and insulin concentrations in horses with an oral psyllium supplement. Additional research interest has focused on supporting equine veterinarians' educational needs in equine nutrition. Dr. Nichols enjoys making the connection for horse owners between research data and real-world applications of unique nutritional ingredients which can support the intricate needs of a horse from the inside out. Dr. Nichols has been part of the team since 2011, and enjoys riding horses and spending time with her husband and two children.

    You can find Dr. Jyme's hit podcast, FEED ROOM CHEMIST, anywhere you get your podcasts or at this link: https://strideanimalhealth.com/podcasts/

     

    For more graphics, video explanations, and behind-the-scenes bites, give us a follow @NoBucksGivenPodcast on Instagram.




    This episode was executive-produced by Maija Liisa Luttinger and Allie Watson Bayne. Special thanks to our editor and sound mixer, David Dalton of Driftwork Sound.




    This podcast is brought to you by Freely Forward Bodywork. Our mission at Freely Forward Bodywork is to make equine bodywork accessible to any horse, no matter where you are in the world. If you are interested in learning more about my online catalog of courses designed to help you bond with your horse through the art of massage, give me a follow on Instagram @freelyforwardbodywork or click this link to check them out yourself! https://freelyforwardbodywork.mykajabi.com/




    USE CODE NOBUCKS10 to get 10% off any of our online courses! This week we're featuring Equine Massage 101 which you can check out here: https://freelyforwardbodywork.mykajabi.com/offers/zpbZ3xQz/checkout

     

  • This week on No Bucks Given, we have special guest Maddie Houser from The Blonde and The Bay on to talk about her unique journey with her quarter horses in dressage.

    Tune in to hear Maddie share her story of transitioning from a seasoned purpose-bred dressage horse to embarking on a new path with untraditional breeds. She opens up about her experiences with her horses, including achieving milestones like earning her USDF silver medal and navigating the challenges of training her western pleasure reject and ex-roping quarter horses for dressage.

    We delve into the realities of training untraditional breeds, the mental and emotional aspects of competition, and how we can use dressage as physical therapy for horses.

     

     Maddie began riding at the age of 3 and from the moment her foot slid into the stirrup, she never looked back... Her dressage career started in 2004 with her Welsh Pony, Brightwood. Since then, many things have changed, but one has remained the same: her fire for this sport. Maddie is a United States Dressage Federation Bronze and Silver Medalist with her mare, Ulfilia DG "Leah", a 22-year-old Dutch Warmblood. Leah is the true star of The Blonde & The Bay show.

     

    As of December 2019, Leah fully retired from FEI competition and transitioned into living her most deserved best life without the rigors of a performance horse schedule. She'll be with Maddie until the end of time, and happily enjoys her days in the paddock underneath the Texas sun. Most recently, Maddie has been working with quarter horses and taking them up the levels of dressage. 

    The Blonde & The Bay is Maddie's passion project where she shares her journey with transparency, honesty, and a look into what's next for her and her herd of sport horses. You can find Maddie on social media @theblondeandthebay and online at www.theblondeandthebay.com

    For more graphics, video explanations, and behind-the-scenes bites, give us a follow @NoBucksGivenPodcast on Instagram.




    This episode was executive-produced by Maija Liisa Luttinger and Allie Watson Bayne. Special thanks to our editor and sound mixer, David Dalton of Driftwork Sound.




    This podcast is brought to you by Freely Forward Bodywork. Our mission at Freely Forward Bodywork is to make equine bodywork accessible to any horse, no matter where you are in the world. If you are interested in learning more about my online catalog of courses designed to help you bond with your horse through the art of massage, give me a follow on Instagram @freelyforwardbodywork or click this link to check them out yourself! https://freelyforwardbodywork.mykajabi.com/




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  • Buying a well-fitting saddle for your horse and yourself is already hard enough but if you factor in not-so-ethical sellers, it becomes even tougher. Amanda and I are back this week to discuss slimy saddle sales tactics and how equestrians can be aware of red (and green) flags when it comes to selecting and buying a saddle.

    This week, we're joined by special guest Amanda Anderson of Saddle Fitting US. Amanda is a saddle fitter who is well known for advocating for equine welfare and how it's affected by saddle fit.

     

    Amanda has over 24 years of saddlefitting experience and participates in yearly continuing education with multiple brands in Germany and UK/Scotland. Since 2001, Amanda has attended over 20 US, German, and UK based independent and brand-sponsored saddle fitting courses/schools. Amanda has specifically trained on Passier, Euroriding, WOW™, Kieffer, Hennig, Courbette, Stubben, Cardanel, Schleese, Prestige, County, Bates/Wintec, Custom, JRD, Ainsley (Polo), and Laser. She also served as the director of Equine Necropsy and the Denali Equine Research & Rehabilitation Center, is a certified equine sports massage therapist, an acupuncture physician and doctor of oriental medicine, and a USDF bronze medalist.

     

    You can find more about Amanda and Saddle Fitting US at https://www.saddlefitting.us/ or on Instagram and Facebook @saddlefitting.us




    For more graphics, video explanations, and behind-the-scenes bites, give us a follow @NoBucksGivenPodcast on Instagram.




    This episode was executive-produced by Maija Liisa Luttinger and Allie Watson Bayne. Special thanks to our editor and sound mixer, David Dalton of Driftwork Sound.




    This podcast is brought to you by Freely Forward Bodywork. Our mission at Freely Forward Bodywork is to make equine bodywork accessible to any horse, no matter where you are in the world. If you are interested in learning more about my online catalog of courses designed to help you bond with your horse through the art of massage, give me a follow on Instagram @freelyforwardbodywork or click this link to check them out yourself! https://freelyforwardbodywork.mykajabi.com/




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  • We're back to discuss the question: Is saddle fit an equine welfare issue? This week, we're joined by special guest Amanda Anderson of Saddle Fitting US. Amanda is a saddle fitter who is well known for advocating for equine welfare and how it's affected by saddle fit.

    Amanda has over 24 years of saddlefitting experience and participates in yearly continuing education with multiple brands in Germany and UK/Scotland. Since 2001, Amanda has attended over 20 US, German, and UK based independent and brand-sponsored saddle fitting courses/schools. Amanda has specifically trained on Passier, Euroriding, WOW™, Kieffer, Hennig, Courbette, Stubben, Cardanel, Schleese, Prestige, County, Bates/Wintec, Custom, JRD, Ainsley (Polo), and Laser. She also served as the director of Equine Necropsy and the Denali Equine Research & Rehabilitation Center, is a certified equine sports massage therapist, an acupuncture physician and doctor of oriental medicine, and a USDF bronze medalist.

    You can find more about Amanda and Saddle Fitting US at https://www.saddlefitting.us/ or on Instagram and Facebook @saddlefitting.us

     

    For more graphics, video explanations, and behind-the-scenes bites, give us a follow @NoBucksGivenPodcast on Instagram.




    This episode was executive-produced by Maija Liisa Luttinger and Allie Watson Bayne. Special thanks to our editor and sound mixer, David Dalton of Driftwork Sound.




    This podcast is brought to you by Freely Forward Bodywork. Our mission at Freely Forward Bodywork is to make equine bodywork accessible to any horse, no matter where you are in the world. If you are interested in learning more about my online catalog of courses designed to help you bond with your horse through the art of massage, give me a follow on Instagram @freelyforwardbodywork or click this link to check them out yourself! https://freelyforwardbodywork.mykajabi.com/

     

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  • Rider fitness might impact your horse's overall welfare more than you might realize...

    This week, we have special guest Jamie Graham of Haybales x Barbells to talk about rider fitness and why it's so good for the overall welfare of our horses. As an equestrian fitness expert, Jamie dives into the importance of balance while riding and the scientific studies that prove rider balance is infinitely more important than simply looking at the weight of the rider. Join us as we dive into the science and biomechanics behind how rider fitness not only can improve your own riding exponentially but also how it can help your horse excel under saddle, no matter what discipline you ride! 

     

    Haybales & Barbells strives to provide accessible and affordable fitness programs for equestrians of all riding levels. Their mission is to educate equestrian athletes about why fitness training is beneficial for riders in and out of the saddle. More importantly, they strive to be advocates in creating a more diverse and inclusive environment for ALL equestrian athletes. 

    Jamie started her career as a therapeutic horse riding instructor and equine assisted Recreation Therapist after completing her masters degree in Texas. As a Certified Personal Trainer, Recreation Therapist, Youth Exercise Specialist and Equestrian Athlete, she is extremely passionate about promoting the mental and physical benefits of exercise and how it directly links to rider's performance in the saddle.

    Through her platform, it is Jamie's goal to promote body inclusivity, diversity and non-diet culture in the Equestrian and Fitness industry. Haybales and Barbells is for anyone and everyone.

    Jamie hopes that through any of her various equestrian-specific fitness programs, she can help you achieve your fitness goals and become a better athlete for you and your horse!

     

     

     

    You can find Jamie online at www.haybalesandbarbells.com or email her directly at [email protected] to learn more about her fitness programs. 

     

    For more graphics, video explanations, and behind-the-scenes bites, give us a follow @NoBucksGivenPodcast on Instagram.

     

    This episode was executive-produced by Maija Liisa Luttinger and Allie Watson Bayne. Special thanks to our editor and sound mixer, David Dalton of Driftwork Sound. 

     

    This podcast is brought to you by Freely Forward Bodywork. Our mission at Freely Forward Bodywork is to make equine bodywork accessible to any horse, no matter where you are in the world. If you are interested in learning more about my online catalog of courses designed to help you bond with your horse through the art of massage, give me a follow on Instagram @freelyforwardbodywork or click this link to check them out yourself! https://freelyforwardbodywork.mykajabi.com/

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  • This week, we sit down with Andrew Philbrick to talk about "social license to operate" in the horse world. What does this practically mean in the wake of recent scandals for the future of equine sports? 

    Before we dive into this week’s interview with Andrew around social license to operate, the Katie Prudent scandal and what it all means for the future of the equestrian community, I want to note that we recorded this episode before the Cesar Parra video came out. Andrew and I both want to emphasize that we are vehemently against horse or rider abuse of any kind, and that we hope this conversation gives you insight to how we can do our part as individuals and as a community to move forward and protect our horses and our sport.

    Andrew Philbrick has a long and storied career riding professionally at a high level for over 25 years. Andrew is the owner of Hunter Farms & Princeton Show Jumping and splits his time between Princeton, NJ and Wellington, FL. You can find more information about him and Hunter Farms at www.hunterfarms.us

     

    For more graphics, video explanations, and behind-the-scenes bites, give us a follow @NoBucksGivenPodcast on Instagram.




    This episode was executive-produced by Maija Liisa Luttinger and Allie Watson Bayne. Special thanks to our editor and sound mixer, David Dalton of Driftwork Sound.




    This podcast is brought to you by Freely Forward Bodywork. Our mission at Freely Forward Bodywork is to make equine bodywork accessible to any horse, no matter where you are in the world. If you are interested in learning more about my online catalog of courses designed to help you bond with your horse through the art of massage, give me a follow on Instagram @freelyforwardbodywork or click this link to check them out yourself! www.freelyforwardbodywork.com

  • You’ve probably heard the phrase “no hoof, no horse” but let’s breakdown the science behind the biomechanics of equine locomotion of the legs and the feet with one of the top leaders in equine biomechanics, Dr Hilary Clayton. Today, we'll talk about how the hoof and horse's limbs move and react to different types of footing. Learn what kind of footing is best to train in to give them an advantage in any riding discipline and keep them sound and comfortable for years to come!

     

    Listeners, this week I have a special offer on my flagship course, Equine Massage 101, which will teach you how to help your horse through the art of myofascial release. Learn easy techniques to help your horse feel their absolute best! Listen to get the code for 10% off your purchase and learn more here: https://freelyforwardbodywork.mykajabi.com/offers/zpbZ3xQz/checkout

     

    Dr. Hilary Clayton is one of those multi-talented individuals: rider, vet, author, researcher, and clinician Dr Clayton is known internationally for her ongoing contribution to the understanding of equine biomechanics particularly relating to performance and conditioning. Dr. Clayton’s targeted studies in bitting, saddle fit biometrics, kinematics and kinetics, and locomotion have provided valuable insight into the mechanics of equine sports, the interaction between rider and horse, and the effects of various rehabilitation techniques.

    She has published seven books and more than 200 scientific articles on these topics. 

    Learn more about Dr. Hilary's work here: https://thehorse.com/1author/hilary-m-clayton-bvms-phd/

     

    For more graphics, video explanations, and behind-the-scenes bites, give us a follow @NoBucksGivenPodcast on Instagram.

     

    This episode was executive-produced by Maija Liisa Luttinger and Allie Watson Bayne. Special thanks to our editor and sound mixer, David Dalton of Driftwork Sound.



    This podcast is brought to you by Freely Forward Bodywork. Our mission at Freely Forward Bodywork is to make equine bodywork accessible to any horse, no matter where you are in the world. If you are interested in learning more about my online catalog of courses designed to help you bond with your horse through the art of massage, give me a follow on Instagram @freelyforwardbodywork or click this link to check them out yourself! https://freelyforwardbodywork.mykajabi.com/

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  • Today we sit down with our friend with Melissa Gallagher and Michael Kilmke to talk about equine welfare in competitive equestrian sports. We dig deep into how we should define welfare in the first place and what changes should be made (or perhaps even old traditions that should be revisited) to get back to what matters most: the well being of the horse in these competitive environments.

     

    Michael has been one of Germany’s top dressage riders since the early 90’s, even though he has never been on the team for a World Championship or an Olympic Games. His European Championship titles are long way back and were won in the late 80’s when he was a young rider. Until 2002 Michael was a member of the B-squad. He achieved his greatest success with White Foot, including winning the national championship in 2000.

     

    Michael began riding when he was a little boy. He also played hand ball for a local club in Münster, but at the age of 16 he decided to focus on his riding. He once confessed jokingly, that ‘he didn’t have a choice.’ His most important trainer was his father, Dr Rainer Klimke but he also trained with Ralf Isselhorst, Albert Stecken, Paul Stecken, Siegfried Peilicke, Harry Boldt, Klaus Balkenhol and Herbert Kuckluck

     

    After his father’s death in 1999 Michael joined his law firm, Dr Klimke and Partners, and continues to work there as a senior partner for, specialising in equestrian legal issues.

     

    or more graphics, video explanations, and behind-the-scenes bites, give us a follow @NoBucksGivenPodcast on Instagram.

     

     

     

    This episode was executive-produced by Maija Liisa Luttinger and Allie Watson Bayne. Special thanks to our editor and sound mixer, David Dalton of Driftwork Sound.

     

     

     

    This podcast is brought to you by Freely Forward Bodywork. Our mission at Freely Forward Bodywork is to make equine bodywork accessible to any horse, no matter where you are in the world. If you are interested in learning more about my online catalog of courses designed to help you bond with your horse through the art of massage, give me a follow on Instagram @freelyforwardbodywork or click this link to check them out yourself! https://freelyforwardbodywork.mykajabi.com/

    USE CODE NOBUCKS10 to get 10% off any of our online courses! 

  • This week, Maija and fellow equine massage therapist, Brittany Gray of Grayscale Equine sit back down to discuss what their first year building their respective bodyworking businesses looked like and how you can do it too! If you want to grow and scale your business while making a lasting impact on the horses you work with, don't miss this episode!

     

    In other news: did you know that MOST horses experience some level of back pain?

     

    Be sure to check out our latest mini course - BACK IN BALANCE - which teaches equestrians to learn how to identify pain through palpation, treat it with massage techniques and prevent it from occuring again, all in easy, bite sized lessons you can watch at home, on your own time.




    Back in Balance is currently on SALE for $55 but don't miss out because the price is going up to $79 on February 1st!




    Get more information on Back in Balance here: https://freelyforwardbodywork.mykajabi.com/offers/EhvsUVFF






    For more graphics, video explanations, and behind-the-scenes bites, give us a follow @NoBucksGivenPodcast on Instagram.



    This episode was executive-produced by Maija Liisa Luttinger and Allie Watson Bayne. Special thanks to our editor and sound mixer, David Dalton of Driftwork Sound.



    This podcast is brought to you by Freely Forward Bodywork. Our mission at Freely Forward Bodywork is to make equine bodywork accessible to any horse, no matter where you are in the world. If you are interested in learning more about my online catalog of courses designed to help you bond with your horse through the art of massage, give me a follow on Instagram @freelyforwardbodywork or click this link to check them out yourself! www.freelyforwardbodywork.com

  • As an equine massage therapist, a question I am asked ALOT is if massage guns and their use on horses is safe or beneficial. The answer is a bit more complicated than you'd think! This week we dive into the science of massage guns and how best to approach using them on your horses! Join me and my best friend and amateur equestrian, Laura Adriaanse, as we break down the benefits of this tool! 

     

    In other news: did you know that MOST horses experience some level of back pain?

    Be sure to check out our latest mini course - BACK IN BALANCE - which teaches equestrians to learn how to identify pain through palpation, treat it with massage techniques and prevent it from occuring again, all in easy, bite sized lessons you can watch at home, on your own time. 

     

    Back in Balance is currently on SALE for $55 but don't miss out because the price is going up to $79 on February 1st! 

     

    Get more information on Back in Balance here: https://freelyforwardbodywork.mykajabi.com/offers/EhvsUVFF

     

    For more graphics, video explanations, and behind-the-scenes bites, give us a follow @NoBucksGivenPodcast on Instagram.




    This episode was executive-produced by Maija Liisa Luttinger and Allie Watson Bayne. Special thanks to our editor and sound mixer, David Dalton of Driftwork Sound.




    This podcast is brought to you by Freely Forward Bodywork. Our mission at Freely Forward Bodywork is to make equine bodywork accessible to any horse, no matter where you are in the world. If you are interested in learning more about my online catalog of courses designed to help you bond with your horse through the art of massage, give me a follow on Instagram @freelyforwardbodywork or click this link to check them out yourself! www.freelyforwardbodywork.com

     
  • This week, we sit down with Tori Kager who has a long history working with off-the-track thoroughbreds (OTTB's) and helping them learn to have successful second careers. Tori's horses all have had their own unique set of behavioral issues, cognitive issues and catastrophic injuries BUT despite all of those hurdles, Tori was able to work with each of these horses to rise up the levels in eventing and dressage. 

     

    Listen in as we talk through Tori's journey, from producing these horses herself, winning her USDF Silver Medal in dressage, proactive management of ulcers, hoof care for high-low feet, dealing with kissing spine and residual body soreness from their previous careers, as well as corrective exercises and therapies that have helped keep her horses comfortable and sound along the way! 

     

    For more graphics, video explanations, and behind-the-scenes bites, give us a follow @NoBucksGivenPodcast on Instagram.

     

    This episode was executive-produced by Maija Liisa Luttinger and Allie Watson Bayne. Special thanks to our editor and sound mixer, David Dalton of Driftwork Sound.

     

    This podcast is brought to you by Freely Forward Bodywork. Our mission at Freely Forward Bodywork is to make equine bodywork accessible to any horse, no matter where you are in the world. If you are interested in learning more about my online catalog of courses designed to help you bond with your horse through the art of massage, give me a follow on Instagram @freelyforwardbodywork or click this link to check them out yourself! www.freelyforwardbodywork.com

  • USE CODE NOBUCKS10 to get 10% off any of our online courses! 

    Join Maija and Dr. Chuck Arensberg to discuss the anatomical development of young horses and the effects of training (or not training) at a young age will have on the horse for the rest of its life.

     

    Studies discussed in the episode today:

     

    Training Young Horses: The Science Behind the Benefits: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7916178/

     

    For more graphics, video explanations, and behind-the-scenes bites, give us a follow @NoBucksGivenPodcast on Instagram.

     

    This episode was executive-produced by Maija Liisa Luttinger and Allie Watson Bayne. Special thanks to our editor and sound mixer, David Dalton of Driftwork Sound.

     

    This podcast is brought to you by Freely Forward Bodywork. Our mission at Freely Forward Bodywork is to make equine bodywork accessible to any horse, no matter where you are in the world. If you are interested in learning more about my online catalog of courses designed to help you bond with your horse through the art of massage, give me a follow on Instagram @freelyforwardbodywork or click this link to check them out yourself! https://freelyforwardbodywork.mykajabi.com/

    USE CODE NOBUCKS10 to get 10% off any of our online courses! 

  • Happy New Year! This week, sit down with Maija of Freely Forward Bodywork and Brittany Gray of Gray Scale Equine as they chat through the process of becoming an equine bodyworker.

    If you are an asipiring equine bodyworker, you'll learn what having a career as a bodyworker is really like, what you need to know before getting into it from both a business and legal perspective and the intial steps to take to get started!

     

    For more graphics, video explanations, and behind-the-scenes bites, give us a follow @NoBucksGivenPodcast on Instagram.

     

    This episode was executive-produced by Maija Liisa Luttinger and Allie Watson Bayne. Special thanks to our editor and sound mixer, David Dalton of Driftwork Sound.

     

    This podcast is brought to you by Freely Forward Bodywork. Our mission at Freely Forward Bodywork is to make equine bodywork accessible to any horse, no matter where you are in the world. If you are interested in learning more about my online catalog of courses designed to help you bond with your horse through the art of massage, give me a follow on Instagram @freelyforwardbodywork or click this link to check them out yourself! www.freelyforwardbodywork.com

  • This week, we're back with Equine Emotion Specialist and trainer, Melissa Gallagher of Collective Roots Dressage to talk about reading equine emotion and understanding what they are trying to tell us. Learn how you can better read and interpret your horse's emotional responses to protect their emotional well being.

    Did you know: Nearly all working horses have some level of muscle soreness.

    If you're looking for a last-minute gift for yourself or the educated equestrian in your life, check out our holiday sale on our latest mini course - EASY EQUINE MASSAGE!

    In EASY EQUINE MASSAGE, you'll learn my top five essential and highly effective myofascial release techniques that will change your relationship with your horse!  These easy massage techniques are applicable to ANY HORSE no matter what discipline you ride and will keep your horses comfortable and sound for years to come.  These techniques are easy and can be done at home, on your own time, for less than what you'd spend at the tack store! 

    Your horse will love you for it! Easy Equine Massage is currently on sale for $45 through Christmas Eve. Shop now at freelyforwardbodywork.com

     

    For more graphics, video explanations, and behind-the-scenes bites, give us a follow @NoBucksGivenPodcast on Instagram.

    This episode was executive-produced by Maija Liisa Luttinger and Allie Watson Bayne. Special thanks to our editor and sound mixer, David Dalton of Driftwork Sound.

    This podcast is brought to you by Freely Forward Bodywork. Our mission at Freely Forward Bodywork is to make equine bodywork accessible to any horse, no matter where you are in the world. If you are interested in learning more about my online catalog of courses designed to help you bond with your horse through the art of massage, give me a follow on Instagram @freelyforwardbodywork or click this link to check them out yourself! www.freelyforwardbodywork.com