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Day 67 turned into something different than I first expected. After a sleepless night, I chose to listen to my body and rest before heading into a full day of treatments. But what defined today wasn’t just the physical work, it was the conversations. I opened up about a recent client discussion on one of the hardest topics in horse care: euthanasia. It’s never easy, but it’s a reality we must face...

Today was a demanding day in every sense of the word. I treated 10 horses at a Northland event yard, starting with the competition team and moving into follow-ups in the afternoon. These days are physically intense, but the results speak for themselves: stronger toplines, better movement, and real progress from the work being put in over winter. But today wasn’t just about the horses. On a persona...

Day 65 was a full clinic day in Whangārei, treating 8–9 horses from start to finish. For context, that’s close to 8–10 hours of physical, hands-on treatments. The work is intense, but this is where the real results are created. And yes, if you listen closely, I said Day 56 instead of Day 65 in the recording,  that’s what long clinic days do to you! One horse I’ve been rehabbing for six months is n...

Day 64, and the results spoke for themselves. A winter spent guiding a horse’s rehabilitation remotely came full circle today as I finally put my hands on and saw the transformation firsthand. This wasn’t just progress — it was proof.  Proof that when you commit, follow through, and apply the right plan, results happen. What makes it even more powerful?  That plan came directly from my advanced di...

Some clients say they want results — others prove it. Today, one horse owner faced a major breakdown en route to her appointment, with a truck full of horses.  Instead of cancelling, she found a way to make it happen. That kind of commitment speaks volumes, not just about her dedication, but about the results she wants to get. In this episode, I share why I value clients who show up against the od...

Today I stepped into new territory — literally and figuratively. A full day in a completely new discipline with 10 new horses and riders, each with their own unique story. This was more than a clinic; it was an opportunity to bring my expertise to the world of cow horses and rodeo, where biomechanics, precision, and preparation make all the difference.  The goal wasn’t just to fix problems; it was...

90 days in total  29 days with Sophie up north. 61 days with her down south. That’s 90 days running the farm, two businesses, horses, dogs, and stock — solo. Most people break in the first two weeks. This winter tested every ounce of grit, discipline, and stubbornness I had. There were days that tore me down and days that built me up. Losses that hurt, wins that made it all worth it. This year was...

Day 60 — The final night before I wrap up another solo winter on the farm.  oday brought both ends of the livestock spectrum: losing a ewe I’d fought hard to keep alive, and finding two healthy newborn lambs in the paddock with their mum. Pearl the working dog is now benched with a sliced paw, and the temperatures have been brutal. In between, I spent the day treating horses, including a Thoroughb...

Eighty-seven days of running the farm, two businesses, dogs, horses, and stock — entirely solo. Now, with Sophie just two days from being home, it’s time to shift gears. Today wasn’t just about prep; it was about transitioning from one extreme to another — from holding the fort alone to stepping back into the big miles, big numbers, and high-performance days on the road. Mentally and physically, t...

Today wasn’t about chasing fun; it was about chasing growth. On a freezing, sleet-filled morning with every excuse to stay home, I chose the harder path: loading the more challenging horse, driving to the show, and stepping into the ring outside my comfort zone.  The result?  Real growth — as a rider and as a person. This is about riding through every excuse, pushing past the pull of comfort, and...

Today tested my ability to adapt,  twice before I even got in the show ring. From reversing a float out of a tight driveway to avoid a major highway accident, to fixing broken float lights so I can compete tomorrow, nothing went to plan… and yet, the day was still a win. The first round back in the ring was smooth and confidence-building. The second? A little more opinionated from my horse, but th...

Day 56 – The difference between reacting and leading? Preparation. Today was all about proactive work, treating a 2-year-old before problems appear, working my own horses before they ask for it, and loading/ packing the float the night before a show instead of scrambling at 5 a.m. True leadership, in business or with horses, is built on what you do before the pressure hits. The best in the game ar...

After being up until 2AM trying to save one of our ewes, she didn’t make it. Some days, you do everything right… and still lose. Today wasn’t about big wins or productivity. It was about getting up anyway. I checked horses, sorted a float WOF, rode for fitness, treated clients, and finished the day with a sore pony and a heavy heart. But I kept moving. Because grief, guilt, and grind often walk ha...

After being mentally and physically pushed to my limit this week, today was about quiet strength. The kind of day that doesn’t need fanfare, just the courage to keep moving. I treated horses in the morning, and in the afternoon, I was back on the farm, shifting ewes, feeding out, and doing final checks late into the night.  But today, I didn’t do it alone. A friend showed up to help, and that made...

Today broke me. Mentally. Physically. Emotionally. It was supposed to be a regular Monday. But from sunup to sundown, it was nothing short of survival mode. Another ewe stuck. Another prolapse. Coldest day of winter. 5 degrees, lifting deadweight sheep out of gullies, hand-feeding, hydrating, monitoring. There was nothing glamorous or empowering about today. But I still showed up. I had no choice....

What do you do when the day you're supposed to deliver precision, progress, and performance… throws you chaos instead? Day 52 started with a saddle fitting clinic I was excited to host, clients lined up, horses prepped, results ready to be delivered. But just as the first truck pulled in, I got word a ewe in lamb and become trapped in the boundary fence. Emergency rescue mode activated — and...

Today I hosted Precision Saddle Fit NZ on-site for a full day of collaborative work across performance, rehab, and first-time saddle fits. This episode is a masterclass in what’s possible when elite saddle fitting and evidence-based rehab come together. Today, we didn’t just make horses more comfortable; we elevated how they move, perform, and are understood. From reshaping backs through intention...

Day 50, and I’ll be honest, the last 10 days have been tough! Not because of the work, but because of the mental block. Routine has a way of numbing creativity. The farm, the weather, the horses… It’s all felt the same. And yet, I’ve pushed through. Because discipline isn’t for the days you feel good. It’s for the days you don’t. From a rehab win to prepping the barn for elite saddle fitters, toda...

Today’s episode dives into the mindset of recovery, not just for the horses I treat, but for myself. I share insights from my second neuro-optometric assessment, how technology is uncovering layers of my concussion recovery, and why I’m learning to lead even when no one has a roadmap for me. This isn’t about slowing down. It’s about knowing when to recalibrate, rebuild, and keep moving anyway. Thi...

The storm passed, but the lessons didn’t stop. Today’s episode isn’t about chaos, it’s about clarity.  Because once the pressure lifts, what’s left is your process, your values, and your standards. I cover: The quiet aftermath of a big storm A client boundary moment that reminded me why loyalty and standards matter And why time without pressure is still time to grow In life and in business, pressu...

Day 47 - Today was CHOAS: a ewe emergency, a storm rolling in, a red-flag client story, and a whole schedule knocked sideways.  But even in the middle of it all, I kept the standard. This episode is about why your personal and professional boundaries matter more when life throws curveballs — and why the clients you let drain you are the ones holding you back.  Storms come. Your standards can’t mov...

Today’s episode is about more than horses,  it’s about what happens when strategy is executed with precision.  Two client horses finished their 5-week rehabilitation and strength plans today, and the results weren’t just visible; they were felt in the saddle. Add to that a morning of new consults and clinical assessments, and the message is clear: The plan either works, or it doesn’t, and horses w...

This episode should’ve been out before sunrise. Instead, it’s hitting the feed at 8:15pm. And that’s exactly what I talk about today, how breaking your routine breaks your rhythm. A small change (a lie-in) derailed the structure of my entire day. Noise, pressure, delays… everything compounded. It reminded me why routines, discipline, and consistency matter, especially when no one’s watching. If yo...

Today was a masterclass in proactive performance. From starting lamb watch and managing logistics… to overhauling a 70x90m arena surface and reorganising the entire facility… This was a day built on momentum, not just motion. I also made the tough call to pull one of my horses from showjumping tomorrow after spotting a new hematoma, disappointing, yes, but performance can never come before welfare...

Day 43 - Not every day starts fast, but that doesn’t mean it’s wasted. With physical energy low, I shifted into planning, prep, and high-impact choices. Two horses head home stronger than they arrived.  The weekend is now cleared for recovery and study. That’s strategy doing its job.