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Have you ever felt like you don't deserve your achievements—or worried that one day you'll be "found out"? You're not alone. Research shows that up to 82% of people experience impostor syndrome at some point in their lives. EquiTeam's Liz Daniels and Louise Gillings chat about the feeling that you don't belong as Liz shares her experiences from the British Dressage National Championships. In this...

This week, Equiteam's Liz Daniels and Lou Gillings dive into what pressure really looks and feels like — and why it can be so different for everyone. From unpacking The Chimp Paradox and the role of reward charts, to reflecting on experiences at the Scottish Championships, they explore how people respond when the stakes are high. Join them for an honest and insightful chat about recognising pressu...

Today, Equiteam's Liz Daniels and Lou Gillings chat about something that should be simple... but somehow, isn't. Being proud of yourself. With lots of huge achievements happening this week, including a BD Regional Nomination for Equiteam High Hopes Quest team, and some huge personal achievements, the pair explores a topic that makes Liz feels largely uncomfortable: being proud of yourself. Like mo...

When Equiteam's Liz Daniels saw a post on Facebook about a groundbreaking study by neuroscientist Gregory Berns, revealing that dogs may love their humans more than food or other dogs —it sparked a deep conversation with fellow horse lover and co-host, Louise Gillings, about the power of connection in the horse world . Connections are essential because they support our overall well-being by increa...

EquiTeam's Liz and Lou discuss how to focus on the real wins in the face of disappointment. The journey with horses is never linear, and we certainly can't win all of the time, but when you have worked really hard and not quite reached the mark you hoped for it is easy to focus on the downside.  One of our EquiTeam members experienced this at the weekend, but reframed her experience brilliantly an...

Equiteam's Liz Daniels is joined by Nicola Kinnard-Comedie, Director of NKC Equestrian Training, to talk about creating change in ourselves and the industry. Nicola shares how she founded NKC Equestrian Training eight years ago with a passion to help educate people, which would positively impact on the lives of more horses. With a background in equestrian coaching and working in the veterinary sci...

Equiteam's Liz and Lou look at why rest is just as important for both you and your horse to allow time for proper recovery, muscle and soft tissue repair, and is good for your mental health and well-being. Whilst we like to work hard to achieve our goals, remembering the importance of downtime is just as vital. As well as aiding with concentration and energy levels, it also helps to prevent injuri...

Get to know the founders of EquiTeam, Liz Daniels and Louise Gillings, a little bit more than you probably want to, with part two of our member questions! Part one might have been tame, but there was no holding our members back for some of the things they wanted to know. From going on a stag dos, to sleeping in stables, loose stallions at a show and risky jumping, if you want an hilarious insight...

On this week's episode, Liz Daniels chats to Kerry Dawes from Fresh Focus Hypnotherapy, about online CBT and hypnotherapy specialising in horse rider confidence. As a busy Mum juggling a full-time job, two young twins, a horse and a 'passion for helping people to grow, you immediately feel like Kerry understands. Kerry chats through her inspiration behind creating her business, why CBT and hypnoth...

On this week's episode EquiTeam member Gill, puts EquiTeam founders, Lou and Liz and in hot seat with some interesting and fun-filled questions from EquiTeam members. With questions ranging from thoughts about Equiteam, to what 'would you get arrested for?' it's fair to say there were a lot of subjects covered – although it could have been worse…! Part two is already in the making!! Show notes Joi...

On this week's podcast, Equiteam's Liz Daniels and Lou Gillings discuss the Resilient Equestrian Bootcamp, and how the resources can help fill the cup of resilience if it starts leaking! From recovering after spending the weekend with kids, remembering to put your own mask on first, and how Liz now scoffs at one of the motto's, 'I can sleep when I'm dead', the pair explore the content with some si...

On this week's podcast Equiteam's Liz Daniels and Louise Gillings chat about a recent online coach and rider training course, hosted by BD Scotland, with Professor Tony Gayhe. The seminar left Liz with some thought-provoking questions and lots of reflection, which Liz shares as she puts Lou on the spot to answer live on the podcast! As the power of positivity wins every time, there is also a remin...

In this week's episode, EquiTeam's Liz Daniels and Lou Gillings chat about the forthcoming EquiTeam Resilience Bootcamp. From looking at resilience and the ability to bounce back, why it matters, what it looks like for different people, resilient and healthy horses, to building resilience on your horse without being in the saddle, eating for resilience and daily Challenges which will help you unde...

EquiTeam's Liz Daniels chats to Louise Gillings about a lightbulb moment in the car following some conversations at dressage camp last week, as she realised there is so much more she could be doing to help on her journey to reach her goals. Is always wanting to be better a personality trait of high achievers? And what does it feel like to be happy and content with what you have? And how do you fit...

Equiteam's Liz Daniels chats to the lovely Mary Jarvie about her journey from being an 'adult learner' to a competent equestrian. As a horse-mad child and teenager, Mary describes riding as an addictive drug and the itch that she can now scratch – although her true equestrian learning didn't start until she was in her fourties. Mary reflects on the challenges that she has faced along the way, lett...

This week is UK Coaching Week and Equiteam's Liz Daniels and Lou Gillings are sharing the love for coaches who have inspired them and positively influenced their lives. From honest conversations, to rider responsibility, Equiteam Coach Liz shares why she loves being a coach and why as both a coach, and a rider, you get out what you put in!   #equiteam #listenwithequiteam #PassItOn #UKCoachingWeek

EquiTeam's Liz Daniels and Louise Gillings are joined by Certified Lifestyle Medicine Practitioner and Health & Wellness Coach Alice Thomson to discover why she took the step from being a dentist to helping people be the best versions of themselves. If you're struggling with juggling life, or feel overwhelmed/stressed, or just want to invest in your future self, then this episode might just be the...

On this week's episode, Equiteam's Liz Daniels and Louise Gillings chat about the differences between confidence and resilience and how the two so often go hand in hand. The pair touch on the results from a 2024 survey into rider motivation and confidence.  *76% of riders said when they are experiencing a lack of confidence or increased anxiety around riding, it affects their enjoyment.  Ahead of...

WIth the launch of a new vaccination that has the potential to eradicate strangles The Podcasting Equine Vets sat down with Hugh Somerville MRCVS to ask him all about the new vaccine. They discuss how it is different to the previous one, how often it needs to be given, which horses can have it, any potential side effects and whether it has the potential to remove the need for pre-movement blood te...

Equiteam's Liz Daniels chats to member Gill Birrell about planning your riding between coaching sessions to help your progress, taking responsibility and learning to problem-solve in the moment. Whilst the safe Equiteam community is at the heart, Liz explains how the pool of resources were designed to be used by members and how it can help in their own development.

It's been a whirlwind of a crazy few weeks, as EquiTeam's Liz Daniels and Louise Gillings look at choosing to say yes and making the most of opportunities, even when it sometimes means burning the candle at both ends! From hosting three Equiteam Confidence Camps, to competing at the BD nationals and organising a national event (all in April), the pair reflect on how they have felt for choosing to...

Equiteam's Liz Daniels chats to Equiteam member Jen Craig about resilience and how to navigate the challenges that horses can bring. The chat took an unexpected turn resulting in some rare camp secrets being shared – not one to listen to when the kids are in the car!

Liz Daniels has the real pleasure of welcoming equine trainer and psychologist, Kelly Marks to the Listen with Equiteam podcast. Kelly shares her fascinating story of how a letter to the then-king from her Grandad, created an opportunity for her Dad to become a jockey, and how a misunderstood racehorse changed their paths forever. As a former European champion jockey and successful show jumper, Ke...

In this week's episode, and following a request in the Equiteam Connected members group, Liz and Lou handed over the mic, and welcomed Equiteam member Gillian Birrell to host the show. Gill delves back to the beginning to discover how the pair started riding, their first ponies, how they met on the showjumping circuit and how Equiteam Confidence Camps were born. Of course, it's not without making...

On today's episode Equiteam's Liz Daniels is thrilled to be joined by equestrian trainer, author, podcaster, National Reining Reserve World Champion, and creator of the Attuned Horsemanship training programme, Warwick Schiller. Australian-born Warwick shares his fascinating journey from Pony Club and riding Quarter Horses, to changing his thoughts of being a bull rider, his move to America and how...