Listen With EquiTeam

There has been so much going on in EquiTeam over the last few months that Liz Daniels and Louise Gillings thought that a catch up podcast was in order! The duo discuss all things EquiTeam including some highlights from the EquiTeam Connected group, as well as chatting about some of the content including the value of time blog, the Alan Davies Grooming and Turnout Series, as well as the new lunging...

When our recent Equiteam blog about the value of time sparked an incredible conversation within our EquiTeam Connected Facebook group, we knew that we needed to continue the conversation and open it up to the wider equestrian community. Time is, without doubt, our most precious commodity and once it's gone, it's gone. In this episode we chat about what we can achieve when we allow ourselves and ou...

Coach, trainer, event rider, dressage rider, and producer of young horses, James Oakden joins us on the podcast to share his journey. Based in Fife, Scotland at Team Oakden, James runs and juggles a big operation along side his wife and fellow trainer and rider Sarah. Coaching and supporting clients across mulitple disciplines and levels, backing and producing the stars of the future and riding hi...

This week we have an episode with a difference. We're super excited to be collaborating with The Podcasting Equine Vets and share an episode Liz recorded with Donna Case aka The Horse Feed Guru . An independent Equine Nutritionist, Donna talks about how she got into the industry, the best and worst bits of her job and shares her top feeding tips. She also de-bunks some of the myths surrounding fee...

Do you find riding in open spaces at speed a bit nerve racking? Or maybe you just want to learn to gallop your horse properly? You are most definitely not alone. After a post in our Facebook group EquiTeam Connected raised this issue, Liz and Lou sat down to discuss how to safely, and confidently ride at speed. This episode covers everything from choosing the right time, place and people to go wit...

Have you lost a bit of motivation? It happens to us all! In this week's episode EquiTeamers Liz Daniels and Lou Gillings chat about Liz's recent trip to the Isle of Islay and the amazing equestrian community who reminded Liz of some very important life lessons. And the pair wrap up by talking about a recent crazy challenge that required a huge amount of mental resilience and reminded Liz just how...

Equiteam member Gillian Birrell chats about the ups and downs of her journey with her horse Ziggy and why she thinks it is important to share that it's not always full of smiles and achievements. Returning to riding after a big break, Gillian found herself teamed with a horse who has tested her resilience and confidence on multiple occasions. After 10 falls in almost as many months, Gillian knew i...

This week Liz Somerville is joined by husband, Hugh Somerville from Loch Leven Equine Practice , for the second episode in our 'Ask the Vet' series. One of the most common questions the practice gets asked is 'how do I know when to call the vet?' So Liz puts this question to Hugh, and specifically asks about some of the more common emergencies that the vets get called to see.   Covering colic, lam...

In this episode Lou catches up with Lauren from Equestrian Fitness Scotland. Lauren is a level three personal trainer and currently completing her level four, she is also a self-confessed Pippa Funnel super fan, a rider herself and busy pony club mum so the perfect person to answer our member's rider fitness and nutrition questions.    We talk about injuries and managing them, the best ways to get...

Sometimes the struggle is real! Life, work, family, horses…. This week Liz and Lou have been let loose to chat about all the juggling horse owners have to do to fit everything into an already busy life. Self-pressure, other people's expectations and comparison can all leave us feeling like we are failing especially when you believe that you should be superwoman and able to achieve way more! Liz &...

What happens when you reach and achieve a goal, but yet you are left feeling a little disappointed? EquiTeam's Lou Gillings shares how she achieved her goal and yet the achievement was tarred by the feeling of disappointment knowing that she could have done better, or worked harder. This is a situation that many equestrians can relate to – yet when looking at the bigger picture and drilling down i...

In this week's episode Liz Daniels chats to Liz Somerville who is wearing her Loch Leven Equine Practice hat, to discuss the very relevant subject of laminitis, overweight ponies and just how dangerous this devastating condition can be. With the grass growing at a rapid rate, vets are currently seeing a massive spike in the number of horses and ponies with laminitis. We chat about the risk factors...

In this week's episode, Liz Daniels chats to Advanced Practice Pelvic Health Physiotherapist Kate Leishman about all things pelvic floor. With 1 in 2 women experiencing bladder problems, often going many years before seeking advice, Kate explains what a pelvic health physiotherapist is and why problems are more common than many people realise. Bladder weakness often leaves people feeling embarrass...

In this week's episode the two Lizs are chatting about how to finish XC like a Pro. We cover everything from your prep before you get on to go to the start, how to pull up safely to minimise injury, how to know if your horse has recovered well and we also dispel some myths around washing off properly. Cool boots verses ice, how much water should they be allowed to drink, and how to look after thei...

EquiTeam's Liz Daniels chats to Louise Buckner, founder of Island Riding Centre on the Isle of Wight, about giving back to the community, diversification, sustainability and why she believes in teaching kids and adults more than just to ride horses. Having purchased a derelict farm with her husband just six years ago, it was a toss up between converting it to either a riding centre or a golf cours...

In this episode  EquiTeam 's Liz and Lou chat about dealing with setbacks, why it's important to allow yourself time to process, acknowledge and take control of the situation, how to learn from mistakes, and why sometimes setbacks can help you to develop skills and move forwards. As they reflect on and share some experiences, the duo chat about having tantrums, hiding the biscuits and Lou turns th...

EquiTeam 's Liz and Lou chat about the importance of riding your own race and not comparing yourself to others. Following on from her well-received and timely EquiTeam blog, Lou delves deeper into being proud of your journey, not judging your progress on others around you, why smiling is infectious, and why you should be proud to sparkle! From lightbulb moments  to dinner with Ryan Renolds, we cha...

When the world's most famous super groom agrees to come to Scotland to coach for EquiTeam Confidence Camps and film some grooming and turnout videos for our EquiTeam members, we knew we were in for a fun few days. What we didn't realise was just what an absolute privilege it would be to spend time with the man who has travelled the world looking after, amongst others, Valegro, Utophia and Gio and...

EquiTeam's Liz Daniels chats to Jane Brindley from Horse Riding with Confidence Scotland to chat about negative self talk and the effects it has. From what it is, to why it's emotionally draining and the effects on others, Jane delves deeper to give a thorough understanding of this important topic, and shares some practical tips and management tools for managing negative self talk. Jane is a confi...

In this week's podcast Liz Daniels is back chatting to event rider, producer and coach Warren Lamperd about moving to the UK to follow his ambition to be a 5* event rider. Warren shares some of the highs as he tackled Burghley on a horse he produced, the challenges, and his desire to learn and constantly challenge himself.   With a determination and drive which is inspiring, we also touch on his p...

From Ryan Renolds to skiing holidays, this week EquiTeam's Liz Daniels chats to Maeve Sheridan, founder and the mastermind behind the Internationally selling Activate Your Seat programme. With over 20 years of experience as a Chartered Physiotherapist Meave specialises in the assessment and treatment of horses and riders. Her years in clinic, coupled with a passion for science, led her to founding...

EquiTeam's guest for this week is the lovely Sarah Oakden, one half of Team Oakden, a popular livery and training centre in Fife, which she runs alongside her husband James. With a history steeped in showing, Sarah shares her journey from the show ring to finding success in the white boards of dressage as we find out what really makes her 'tick'. With a clear passion for coaching and helping other...

EquiTeam founders, Liz, Lou and Liz reflect on 12 months of EquiTeam, sharing what they have learned along the way, what they would do differently, and how they would like to celebrate their first birthday! From providing a safe community, to sharing some amazing feedback and comments, the trio proudly looks back on a very busy 12 months. Of course reflection is welcome when it's to evaluate progr...

Are judges really as scary as we sometimes think? This is just one of the questions that EquiTeam's Liz Daniels put to British Dressage Judge Gillian Peters, on this week's podcast. Gillian is a BD List 1 judge, the Scottish Judge Regional representative, a coach and has also competed to advanced level, an accolade of achievements she has juggled around a job and family life. Gillian shares where...

In today's episode of Listen with EquiTeam , we are delighted to be joined by Dave Sanders from The Equestrian Fitness Institute. Dave is a former personal trainer who now specialises in Equestrian Fitness & Rehab, helping riders to reduce their pain and enhance their performance. With a passion for understanding how the brain delivers biomechanics, Dave shares his incredible journey from a chance...