Rider's Edge

Join the conversation today as I welcome Nicole Coleman, PT, DPT, WCS back. We discuss three aspects of the pelvic core and how it relates to the rider and horse. We give you actionable steps that you can start today with addressing those three parts of the pelvic core. The rider's pelvic core is important for performance, health of the rider, and health of the horse. 

Join the conversation today as I update you on all things that are happening with Charlie, my horse. If you have been along for the long rehab trail, you know about Charlie and his outlook. He has a lesion on his deep digital flexor tendon, and is unable to perform at his current level. 

Join the conversation as I talk about growth. No matter what arena of life we are talking about growth shows up. This week, I talk about growth in the arena of mental/emotional health, growth in the arena of mindful movement, and growth with training our horses. Share with someone who might benefit from our conversation. 

Join the conversation today as I discuss the groin muscles. These muscles are important to riding. They can often be found to be tight and/or weak. Tune in to find out how that affects your riding. 

Join the conversation today as we take our #IntheArena365 to a more advanced look at the whole picture of how the pelvis works in riding. I talk about the pelvic balance and how it takes beginning, middle, and advanced levels of movement to improve rider performance. Rider's Edge helps riders and their horses return to winning in the arena. 

Join the conversation today about the power of your glutes. Making sure your glutes are working appropriately can have great effects on your health and riding. 

Join the conversation today where I talk about time. I talk about how 30 days does not equal 90 days no matter what we are working towards. This conversation covers how time affects tissue healing, working out, and training horses. 

Join the conversation today as Dona Kay and I discuss rodeoing in 2020, spending time with your horse, and other thoughts on how to be successful in your endeavors. 

Join the conversation today as Phil Haugen and I discuss the rider's role in horsemanship. We chat about horsemanship, improving over time, and the physical responsibility of the rider. 

Join the conversation today, as I take you further along my in the arena journey. Today, I talk about the core and take a very deep and unsuspecting dive into aspects that make up core performance. 

Join the conversation today about the importance of a muscle group called the hip flexors. Today, I explore why you need to address the tightness and weakness in these muscles to improve your riding and your horse's performance. 

Join the conversation today about self-care and how focusing on you is what your horse needs as well. Caring for you is one of the most important acts you can do for yourself, your horse, your family, and your tribe. It should be a part of your #inthearena365 journey. 

Join the conversation this week about Mindful Movement. I talk about how my #inthearena365 journey has brought to the forefront some poor movement patterns that if left unchecked could cause a performance problem. Mindful Movement is about getting the movement correct and then adding weight to strengthen. 

Join the conversation today with Jane Cyphers of Owl Manor. She chats with me about how Owl Manor is a medical device company that offers advanced lameness technologies for the equine athlete with clinically demonstrated effectiveness. In this conversation, we cover three different devices: Pro-Stride APS, Restigen PRP, and Centrate BMA. These devices provide the ability to approach treating your...

Join another conversation centered around #IntheArena365. Today, I reflect on what's going on currently in the rope pen for me. I chat about having the mental maturity to look at what is going on and address the problem even if that means pausing and going back to the gym instead. 

Join the conversation today as I go #IntheArena365 with Breelyn Cowan of T4 Quarter Horses. She has a candid conversation about overcoming an injury and continuing to ride. Breelyn provides a fresh perspective of the mental and physical challenges on the road back. 

Join the conversation today about cinchy horses. Let's chat about different factors including anatomical and orthopedic issues that can be contributing to those symptoms.

Join the conversation today about cranky knees. I discuss some anatomy of the knee and how it relates to the whole lower leg. I give some thoughts on different things to try with your riding, as well as why you should take time now to help your knees in the long run. 

New Segment Alert! Join the new conversation on Rider's Edge. #IntheArena365 is going to address the everyday rehab process. This segment is going to be a random drop in segment. We will talk about both the process of rehabbing horses and riders.  This week, I talk about my horse Charlie. He has been diagnosised with a deep digital flexor tendon lesion. 

Join the conversation about lower limb injuries in the horse. I discuss suspensory ligament and digital flexor tendon injuries and recovery. It's always helpful to learn anatomy and recovery strategies. 

Join the conversation today as I talk about Superman Syndrome. Let's talk about taking a common sense approach to your health. I'm all for being tough! But, let's listen to our bodies and have a conversation with a professional when we need to. Taking a global look at your health may be one of the most important things you do for yourself. 

Join us today for a conversation with Brandon and Emie Dunn. Both have been on the podcast before separately. Today, they join me together to talk about navigating rodeo and life as a couple. Get ready for the good, the bad, the ugly, the funny, and the truth! 

Join the conversation today about how your riding can affect the orthopedic performance health of your horse. I chat about how it may be time to really look into your own riding and physical fitness in order to help your horse's performance. There are some suggestions and possibly different ways to think about how you need to tweak your program towards your goals. 

Just us on today's conversation about Lymphedema. I chat with Andrea Leifer, PT, DPT, CLT. She is a physical therapist who specializes in treating people with lymphedema. Lymphedema is a condition where there is swelling caused by a deficit in the lymphatic system. This condition can be present in both people and horses. 

Join this week's conversation about "Seeing the Field." I talk about how taking responsibility for our learning, our training, and our health is important. Learning from experts then not being afraid to use that information responsibly in your own program is important.