Rider's Edge

We all have goals we are working towards, both inside & outside the arena...Come join us on today's episode for a conversation about turning those daunting goals into small steps that will give you forward motion. 

Come join us on today's episode for a conversation about surviving the winter blues. Winter is upon us across the country, so we're going to take some time to talk about some ways you can help get yourself through those winter lows, tips to help your horses stay hydrated & healthy even in the cooler weather, & we'll take some time to discuss the great "to blanket or not to blanket" debate that com...

Come join us on today's episode for a conversation about "nature", the nature of growth... the nature of progress... the nature of the journey to reach a goal... Whether you are working on personal growth or progressing to the next level of performance with your horse, we'll talk about the process of reaching that goal, celebrating the short wins, and the importance of patiently embracing the natu...

Join us on today's episode for a conversation about myofascia & what is fascially possible for you & your horse! We'll talk about what the myofascial system is, what happens when this system is not working properly, & how a myofascial release can help you & your horse get this system back in check before your next event!

Join us on today's episode for a conversation about Kissing Spine. We'll talk about what Kissing Spine is, how it affects your horse, and how you, as a rider, can help prevent & seek a diagnosis with your team. We'll also explore some different ways to manage Kissing Spine so you & your horse can perform at your best in the arena. 

Come join us on today's episode for a conversation about hydration! We'll drop some knowledge bombs about hydration, share some tips on how you can help lead you & your horse to water, and take a look into how just staying hydrated throughout the day can drastically improve the health of both you & your horse.  

Come join us on today's episode for a "to the point" conversation about dry needling. We will chat about what dry needling is, how it works, & what it can do for you & even your horse so you can get back to training & winning in the arena.  

Come join us on today's episode for a conversation about freakin' laser beams! We're going to take a look at the Class IV laser. We'll have a chat about how this modality works & more specifically, what it can do to help you & your horse return to winning in the arena! 

Come join us on today's episode for a conversation about your shoulder! We'll take a look at how your shoulder works, what you can do to help get your shoulder ready for the roping pen, and what you need to know to be an informed patient if you ever have a shoulder injury so you can get back to winning in the arena.  

Come join us on today's episode for a conversation about the historic Pendleton Round-up. We'll take you exploring as we delve into some of the history of the town of Pendleton, Oregon, & the Round-up itself, and talk about some of the unique aspects of this dynamic event that encompasses the very heart of American rodeo history & tradition.    

Come joins us on today's episode for another knowledge-bomb filled episode with Dr. Nicole Coleman, PT, DPT, WCS, pelvic floor expert & creator of the Pelvic-Core Method. On today's episode, we'll talk about the "norms" for pelvic health, debunk some myths of pelvic health, & look at how you or a loved one who may deal with pelvic health issues can move forward & return to all of the activities yo...

Come join us on today's episode for a conversation about Eastern Equine Encephalitis & the things you need to know for both you & your horse. We'll talk about what Eastern Equine Encephalitis is, how it presents, prevention methods, and where you can find more information on the current outbreak in the United States. 

Come join us on today's episode for a conversation about how your ankle & the position of your ankle in the stirrup can change your riding! We'll break down the ankle joint & take a closer look at how different ankle positions in the stirrups can change the mechanics of your riding whether you're training to run your next set of barrels or getting ready for your next roping competition.  

Come join us on today's episode for a conversation about movement from the hoof up. We'll take a deeper look at the dynamic relationship of movement that exists between you & your horse & explore how your movement affects your horse's movement & vise versa! 

Come join us on today's episode for a conversation with Wendy Murdoch, internationally known equestrian instructor & creator of the "Murdoch Method" & the "SURE FOOT Equine Stability Program". Today, Wendy will talk with us about the SURE FOOT Equine Stability Program & how it can help your horse become more grounded & confident whether you're hitting the trails or looking to better your performan...

Come join us on today's episode for a conversation about how posting at a trot can affect both you & your horse. We will dive into the research to see what science says about different styles of riding at a trot, how they each affect your horse, & discuss the effects they can have on you as a rider.   

Come Join us on today's episode for a conversation about Vesicular Stomatitis (VS) Virus & how it can affect you, your horse, & your summer on the road. We'll talk about what the VS virus is, how it presents, how you can prevent it, & where you can find more information on the current VS outbreak in the western United States. 

Come join us on today's episode for a conversation about low back pain & becoming more informed consumers of the healthcare system when we get "down in the back". We'll talk about what happens when  low back pain develops & how to navigate the healthcare system when low back pain strikes so you can get back on your horse & back on the road to competing ASAP.

Come join us on today's episode for a conversation with Dona Kay Rule, a barrel racer with a heart of gold & full of wisdom to share! Today, we'll talk with Dona Kay about how she gets in her physical & mental game before a run, & get some tips on how she works with her horses to keep them at the top of their physical game for the arena while she's on the road competing. 

Come join us on today's episode for a conversation with Dr. Nicole Coleman,PT, DPT, WCS,  pelvic floor expert & creator of the Pelvic-Core Methods. Today, we'll talk more about the pelvis & core & get some tips from Nicole on how to better engage the pelvic floor & core muscles to provide you with more stability & control & help you enhance your performance in the arena.

Come join us on today's episode where we will check out how healthcare is catching up with the Jetsons by using telehealth. We'll chat about what telehealth is & how you can use it to enhance your healthcare experience from wherever you are at in the world. 

Come join us on today's episode for a conversation about Plantar Fasciitis. We'll talk about what it is, what it isn't, what can contribute to developing it, and how you can help yourself battle & prevent this common pain in your boot!

Come join us on today's episode for a conversation with Emie Dunn, wife, mother, & barrel racer. We'll talk with Emie about physical fitness, mental fitness, & returning to riding after taking a break from the arena.

Come join us on today's episode for a conversation about how your core & pelvis connect you as a rider. We will lay the foundation for what your core is, how it works, & how it affects your riding. 

Welcome to Rider's Edge Podcast, an exciting new podcast focusing on bringing you helpful information on health, wellness, & fitness for both you & your horse.