No Bucks Given

...and you can too! If you like this episode, don't miss our FREE Masterclass Six Steps to Six Figures on December 10th at 2pmET on Zoom. Sign up here:  https://freelyforwardbodywork.mykajabi.com/pl/2148591465   For more graphics, video explanations, and behind-the-scenes bites, give us a follow @NoBucksGivenPodcast on Instagram. This episode was executive-produced by Maija Liisa Lutting...

Are you skeptical of trends in the horse world? Here's how to look at equine research in a way that actually HELPS your horse!   This week, we’re joined by Elisa Walfish of The Data Driven Equestrian — a true game-changer in the equine world. Elisa has a knack for breaking down complex equestrian studies, making science accessible for every horse owner. Whether you're struggling to...

This one is for the skeptics of bodywork - does it really work? This week on NBG, we sit down with three educated equestrians whose horse's lives have been changed by equine myofascial release; a professional equine bodyworker, and two adult amateurs from different sides of the world. Each of them took my course, Equine Massage 101 and were able to utilize that knowledge to mea...

Unlocking the Secrets of Equine Communication with Alex Anderson Ever wondered how your relationship with your horse could change if you truly understoodd what your horse is trying to tell you? Spoiler alert: You're probably picking up on more than you realize. This week on NO BUCKS GIVEN, we're diving deep into the psychology behind animal communication with Alex Anderson of Pet Talk wi...

Ok real talk: we know warming up is certainly not the most exciting part of your ride and more often than not, it gets glossed over because as equestrians, we are busy and often strapped for time  BUT here's why it's integral that we make the warm-up a priority for our horse's sake...  This week, we're back with dressage trainer and equine emotion specialist, Melissa Gallagher, with...

No Bucks Given Listeners! We're offering a limited-time discount for my signature massage course, Equine Massage 101 specifically for you! From now through June 8th, take $100 off the price of EM101. Use the code NBG100 or visit this link to learn more!  https://freelyforwardbodywork.mykajabi.com/offers/zpbZ3xQz?coupon_code=NBG100 Let's talk about the biggest problems riders face when it...

We're back this week with a bonus episode that is incredibly close to my heart. I'm honoring my heart horse, Westley, who passed away two years ago with one more solo episode and sharing the three most powerful things I learned from suddenly losing him; my riding partner for over seven years.  Bodywork was integral to keeping Westley comfortable during his life and he is a huge part of w...

This week I'm honoring my heart horse, Westley, who passed away two years ago with a solo episode and sharing the top ten things I learned from him that changed my entire outlook on horsemanship.  We're also offering a limited time discount for my signature massage course, EM101 - from now through Sunday June 2nd, take $100 off the price of EM101. Use the code EM101SUMMER or visit this link t...

Unpopular opinon: riding your horse is not always the answer to improving their physical well being. In fact, prioritizing your horse's muscular health and fitness is MORE important than your riding goals when it comes to your horse's overall health and longterm soundness - and sometimes that means taking a break from ridden work to focus on rebuilding muscles with, you guessed it, groundwork. Ok,...

This week I'm spilling my own tea on the BIGGEST mistakes I've made in the horse world (which ultimately cost me  thousands  of dollars) so you don't fall into the same patterns I did!! In my first solo episode of NO BUCKS GIVEN, I'm getting real about buying horses that match you as a rider, how investing in a properly fitted saddle can transform your...

DID YOU KNOW that nutritional deficiencies can impact a horse's physical performance and behavior? (As an added bonus, results of deficiencies in the diet can often be misconstrued as training issues...) If you want to learn a few subtle signs that horses may display due to problems with their diet, and how a horse's food plays a pivotal role in addressing these underlying issues, c...

This week on No Bucks Given, we have special guest  Maddie Houser from The Blonde and The Bay on to talk about her unique journey with her quarter horses in dressage. Tune in to hear Maddie share her story of transitioning from a seasoned purpose-bred dressage horse to embarking on a new path with untraditional breeds. She opens up about her experiences with her horses, including achieving mi...

Buying a well-fitting saddle for your horse and yourself is already hard enough but if you factor in not-so-ethical sellers, it becomes even tougher. Amanda and I are back this week to discuss slimy saddle sales tactics and how equestrians can be aware of red (and green) flags when it comes to selecting and buying a saddle. This week, we're joined by special guest Amanda Anderson of...

We're back to discuss the question: Is saddle fit an equine welfare issue? This week, we're joined by special guest Amanda Anderson of Saddle Fitting US. Amanda is a saddle fitter who is well known for advocating for equine welfare and how it's affected by saddle fit. Amanda has over 24 years of saddlefitting experience and participates in yearly continuing education with multi...

Rider fitness might impact your horse's overall welfare more than you might realize... This week, we have special guest Jamie Graham of Haybales x Barbells to talk about rider fitness and why it's so good for the overall welfare of our horses. As an equestrian fitness expert, Jamie dives into the importance of balance while riding and the scientific studies that prove rider balance is infinit...

This week, we sit down with Andrew Philbrick to talk about "social license to operate" in the horse world. What does this practically mean in the wake of recent scandals for the future of equine sports?  Before we dive into this week’s interview with Andrew around social license to operate, the Katie Prudent scandal and what it all means for the future of the equestrian community, I want to n...

You’ve probably heard the phrase “no hoof, no horse” but let’s breakdown the science behind the biomechanics of equine locomotion of the legs and the feet with one of the top leaders in equine biomechanics, Dr Hilary Clayton. Today, we'll talk about how the hoof and horse's limbs move and react to different types of footing. Learn what kind of footing is best to train in to give them an advan...

Today we sit down with our friend with Melissa Gallagher and Michael Kilmke to talk about equine welfare in competitive equestrian sports. We dig deep into how we should define welfare in the first place and what changes should be made (or perhaps even old traditions that should be revisited) to get back to what matters most: the well being of the horse in these competitive environments.   Mi...

This week, Maija and fellow equine massage therapist, Brittany Gray of Grayscale Equine sit back down to discuss what their first year building their respective bodyworking businesses looked like and how you can do it too! If you want to grow and scale your business while making a lasting impact on the horses you work with, don't miss this episode!   In other news: did you know that MOST hors...

As an equine massage therapist, a question I am asked ALOT is if massage guns and their use on horses is safe or beneficial. The answer is a bit more complicated than you'd think! This week we dive into the science of massage guns and how best to approach using them on your horses! Join me and my best friend and amateur equestrian, Laura Adriaanse, as we break down the benefits of this tool! ...

This week, we sit down with Tori Kager who has a long history working with off-the-track thoroughbreds (OTTB's) and helping them learn to have successful second careers. Tori's horses all have had their own unique set of behavioral issues, cognitive issues and catastrophic injuries BUT despite all of those hurdles, Tori was able to work with each of these horses to rise up the...

USE CODE NOBUCKS10 to get 10% off any of our online courses!  Join Maija and Dr. Chuck Arensberg to discuss the anatomical development of young horses and the effects of training (or not training) at a young age will have on the horse for the rest of its life.   Studies discussed in the episode today:   Training Young Horses: The Science Behind the Benefits: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih...

Happy New Year! This week, sit down with Maija of Freely Forward Bodywork and Brittany Gray of Gray Scale Equine as they chat through the process of becoming an equine bodyworker. If you are an asipiring equine bodyworker, you'll learn what having a career as a bodyworker is really like, what you need to know before getting into it from both a business and legal perspective and the intial steps to...

This week, we're back with Equine Emotion Specialist and trainer, Melissa Gallagher of Collective Roots Dressage to talk about reading equine emotion and understanding what they are trying to tell us. Learn how you can better read and interpret your horse's emotional responses to protect their emotional well being. Did you know:  Nearly all working horses have some level of muscle soreness. I...

PULSE PEMF practitioner Jen Bottalico is back on the pod as she and Maija dive into how they built successful businesses with PEMF and give advice on how to find mentorship when you're getting started building your business. For more information on PULSE PEMF, please contact  Jennifer Bottalico jbottalico@pulsepemf.com   https://www.pulsepemf.com/jennifer-bottalico/ *Use referral code:&n...