First Do No Harm

Join us in today's episode as I share what we are looking at when bringing our horses back into break after a long break (more than 2 weeks), short break (less than 2 weeks) and what our first lessons back in the saddle look like after the school holidays Ready to start your journey as a holistic equestrian? Jump on the link below and catch our free webinar where we share what consent and cong...

Join us in this episode as I share my experiences with developing connection and communication in the saddle, especially with using the seat. Make sure to jump on our free 3 day workshop and get the 3 foundational exercises to develop connection and communication and transfer it into the saddle. Click the link below and register before the workshop is over. https://www.equestrianmovement.com/hedu

Are you picking up what your horse is putting down? Join us in this episode as I share my experience over the years for the horses capacity to communicate. I'm always surprised by just how much our horses are capable of? Join us in our live 3 day free workshop for 3 actionable exercises to build connection and relationship from the ground into the saddle starting tomorrow. Jump on the link and reg...

Connection and emotion, bleh who'd have it. However, both us and our horses don't function in isolation of connection, emotion and relationship and to be honest if that's what we really wanted from horse riding we would ride motorbikes. Join us in this episode as I discuss why connection training is the foundation of our riding school lessons. Join our free workshop starting next Friday: https://w...

Ready to start your holistic equestrian journey? Jump on the link below ⁠https://www.equestrianmovement.com/holisticequestrian⁠ Join us in this chat with Warwick Schiller from 2021 where he takes us on the journey he's been through over the last couple of years working with horses from a place of relaxation and connection first, training second.  You can listen to Warwick's podcast here: ⁠The Jour...

Ready to start your holistic equestrian journey? Jump on the link below https://www.equestrianmovement.com/holisticequestrian Science, Empathy & Feel. All together complimenting each other. Drawing on the immense wealth of research and logic in these three modalities my horses, my clients and I are sculpting a "Middle Path" of horse training which avoids extreme binaries. You know what binarie...

Could you be missing the subtle signs that your horse is in pain? When it comes to colic, recognizing the early symptoms can make all the difference between life and death. But too often, horse caretakers overlook the clues, mistaking them for minor inconveniences or quirks in behavior. If you’ve ever dismissed thrashing, flank watching, or changes in eating habits as "just a phase," you might be...

 Have you ever felt the dread of watching your horse suffer from colic and felt helpless about how to manage or prevent it? Colic is one of the biggest killers of horses, causing immense stress and often leading to emergency situations. Many horse owners struggle with understanding and preventing this complex condition. The agony of seeing your horse in pain, not knowing if they'll recover, and th...

Are you always getting feedback like more forward, more bend, more frame, more impulsion, more, more, more!! Join us in this training series where we dig into the practical application of the training scale and how we, as holistic equestrians, implement it for improving congruence, our horses soundness and athleticism and emotional resilience. We love movement! And we are hoping this helps you und...

Are you always getting feedback like more forward, more bend, more frame, more impulsion, more, more, more!! Join us in this training series where we dig into the practical application of the training scale and how we, as holistic equestrians, implement it for improving congruence, our horses soundness and athleticism and emotional resilience. We love movement! And we are hoping this helps you und...

Are you always getting feedback like more forward, more bend, more frame, more impulsion, more, more, more!! Join us in this training series where we dig into the practical application of the training scale and how we, as holistic equestrians, implement it for improving congruence, our horses soundness and athleticism and emotional resilience. We love movement! And we are hoping this helps you und...

Are you always getting feedback like more forward, more bend, more frame, more impulsion, more, more, more!! Join us in this training series where we dig into the practical application of the training scale and how we, as holistic equestrians, implement it for improving congruence, our horses soundness and athleticism and emotional resilience. We love movement! And we are hoping this helps you und...

Are you always getting feedback like more forward, more bend, more frame, more impulsion, more, more, more!! Join us in this training series where we dig into the practical application of the training scale and how we, as holistic equestrians, implement it for improving congruence, our horses soundness and athleticism and emotional resilience. We love movement! And we are hoping this helps you und...

Are you always getting feedback like more forward, more bend, more frame, more impulsion, more, more, more!! Join us in this training series where we dig into the practical application of the training scale and how we, as holistic equestrians, implement it for improving congruence, our horses soundness and athleticism and emotional resilience. We love movement! And we are hoping this helps you und...

Are you unintentionally causing your horse stress without even realizing it? Many riders and horse owners assume that a horse's behavior is purely a reaction to external stimuli or its environment. But could it be that your horse's posture, emotional state, or past trauma is causing these issues instead? The truth is, a horse's physical and emotional well-being is closely connected to...

Many horse owners focus on the surface-level signs of discomfort—like a limp or a stiff gait—but few understand that the underlying issue could be something much more fundamental: equine posture. Ignoring this can lead to chronic pain, recurring injuries, and unnecessary veterinary expenses. What if there was a way to improve your horse's posture and, as a result, enhance their overall well-be...

Are you struggling to understand what your horse is trying to tell you? Many horse owners make the mistake of assuming their horses' behaviors are purely instinctual or conditioned responses, without realizing the depth of communication happening right in front of them. In this episode, we dive deep into the intricacies of equine communication with Rachael, a renowned behavioral consultant who...

Are you struggling to understand what your horse is trying to tell you? Many horse owners make the mistake of assuming their horses' behaviors are purely instinctual or conditioned responses, without realizing the depth of communication happening right in front of them. In this episode, we dive deep into the intricacies of equine communication with Rachael, a renowned behavioral consultant who...

How do you tell the difference between laminitic pain and abscess pain in horses? Many horse owners struggle to distinguish between laminitic pain and abscess pain, leading to delayed or improper treatment that could exacerbate the horse’s condition. Failing to correctly identify the type of pain can prolong your horse’s suffering and lead to more severe health issues. Addressing the wrong problem...

How Can You Protect Your Horse from the Devastating Effects of Laminitis? Are you aware of the hidden dangers your horse might face, even when they're grazing peacefully? Laminitis is a silent threat that can strike unexpectedly, causing severe pain and potentially life-threatening complications for your horse. In this episode, we dive deep into the challenges of managing laminitis, a conditio...

Join us for this episode and Dr Andrew McLean discusses the origin of horse movement and why we want understand in as we develop our feel and our horses athletic potential. You can follow more of Andrews work on his website: Buy his books and training videos here Apply for the diploma qualification here Follow him on facebook here

Join us in this final episode where we talk about how developing motivation and positive work ethic will translate to forwardness in the saddle. If you're struggling with your horse napping, rearing, refusing to move and jacking up this episode is for you. Make sure you catch up on the previous episodes in this mini training as we review the mental and emotional elements of willingness and pos...

Can you call your horses attention and hold their focus on you for a prolonged period of time? Can you reengage their focus when it drops out? Join us in this episode we dig in to a foundational skill in training to overcome resistance and develop willingness. Are you ready to become a holistic equestrian? Join us on our free webinar https://www.equestrianmovement.com/sayyes

Developing a positive work ethic and facing work evasion is an inevitable challenge of the Holistic Equestrian. In fact, it is such a challenge that we dedicated an entire module of the Holistic Horse Handling Program on developing a positive work ethic once the basic pillars are developed. (Interested to learn more? Click this link ). So, inside the latest First Do No Harm Podcast, I’m sharing mo...

We can't talk about motivation without talking about frustration! Join us in this third episode in our willingness and resistance series we talk about how frustration comes up in training and behaviours. Ready to become a Holistic Equestrian? Jump on our free Masterclass - https://www.equestrianmovement.com/sayyes