If You Have a Dream, Follow It
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On this week’s podcast EquiTeam’s Liz Daniels welcomes Paralympic Bronze Medallist Mari Durward-Akhurst to the show. Born with Cerebral Palsy, Mari used riding as a form of physiotherapy and it wasn’t long before her love of horses was cemented. Mari shares her journey with the Riding for the Disabled Association and para-dressage, which led her to be selected for the Paris Paralympics. Full of ups and downs, Mari recalls the highs and lows and how she felt when she won a Bronze medal at Paris. With Mari’s advice, “Take every opportunity you are given and appreciate that it might...
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My Goal is to Make People Cry… (with joy!)
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On this week’s podcast EquiTeam’s Liz Daniels has the pleasure of being joined by Tony Hobden from Equidance. After meeting Mrs Equidance (Kelly Jewel), music producer Tony was taken to watch dressage to music for the first time and came away with one clear aim – to make the freestyle music better – and that is just what they did! Founding the business 10 years ago, Tony shares how he approached top riders, offering to produce their music to get the Equidance brand known, and shares how during lockdown he tried to break the barriers to make dressage to music feel accessible for all...
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Becky Moody - Olympic Medal Winner and Dressage Superstar
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Equiteam’s Liz Daniels chats to Olympic medal winner and dressage superstar, Becky Moody. Becky sprung into the mainstream spotlight ahead of the 2024 Paris Olympics in a challenging time, and yet managed to steal everyone’s hearts, with her homebred partner in crime, Jagerbomb. Currently ranked seventh in the FEI World Rankings, Becky takes a trip down memory lane and reflects on where her equestrian journey began. In a brilliantly honest podcast, Becky chats about Bomba’s blog and where the inspiration to write from his viewpoint came from. You can follow Becky here: Sponsors:...
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Dealing with Information Overload
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With access to so much information, EquiTeam’s Liz Daniels and Lou Gillings chat about when too much information can lead to overload, simple tasks not being processed and the danger of too many cooks spoiling the broth. The pair recall instances when they have both felt bamboozled and situations where they have seen riders under stress not being able to process straightforward directions and look at some of the things that can help.
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Let's Talk on Time to Talk Day
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As Time to Talk day approaches EquiTeam's Liz Daniels and Louise Gillings look at that wonderful word ‘fine’ Why do we say we are fine when we are not, and what could we be more aware of? As the pair reflect on why they say ‘fine’ even on the days they are not, they share why it’s good to talk as research shows the tactic of bottling up is common, 72% of 25-34 year-olds reporting they avoid saying how they really feel. Riders Minds:
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The Focused Equestrian Boot Camp
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If you’re lacking a bit of direction, then let us help you find your focus with The Focused Equestrian Boot Camp. Equiteam’s Lou Gillings, joins Liz Daniels to chat about their first boot camp and how it can help you focus your goals and find your mojo. You can pick and choose which parts you want to focus on, with our four main pathways: · Mindset and Goal Setting · Rider position · Horsecare · Daily challenges...
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A Conversation with Dressage Anywhere’s Ruth Chappell
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When Ruth and her friend were unable to leave their yard to attend an unaffiliated dressage, they were of course disappointed, but instead of letting it stop them they rode their dressage tests at home, filmed them and asked someone to judge them. As Dressage Anywhere approaches it's 15 year anniversary, Liz Daniels chats to Co-Founder Ruth Chappell about the formation and progression of the platform that hosts online dressage competitions for competitors around the world. Find out more about Dressage Anywhere here: Purchase Ruth's favourite horse products here:
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What is Equine Touch?
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On this week’s episode Helen Duncan shares her journey from taking early retirement to being inspired enough by seeing the benefits of Equine Touch that she went on to found her own business as an Equine and Human Touch Practitioner. After attending a two-day Equine Touch course for horse owners, Helen was so motivated by what she saw, that she went on to train as a practitioner to enable her to deliver this technique and see first-hand the benefits that it can have. Equine Touch is a non-invasive body working technique involving the connective tissue such as fascia, muscles, tendons and...
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Every Horse Owner’s Worst Nightmare
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At a time of year when everyone else is feeling motivated by goals, it’s important to add the balance and remember that some people are also dealing with setbacks. We all know that accidents and injuries can and do happen as EquiTeam’s Liz Daniels and Liz Somerville share their recent traumatic experiences of finding a horse on three legs and the subsequent emergency surgery of two-year-old Bert. The podcast highlights how being calm under pressure and some preparation can make a big difference in situations of stress.
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A Year of Equestrian Lessons
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Equiteam’s Liz Daniels and Lou Gillings reflect on a brilliant and educational year that hasn’t been without it's challenges, and look forward to 2025 with some exciting equestrian dates planned. From finding mojo, to physical setbacks, knowing when to be kind to yourself and goal setting, the duo cover a lot in this episode, with some special Equiteamer’s reminding them why they do what they do.
info_outlineOn this week’s episode Helen Duncan shares her journey from taking early retirement to being inspired enough by seeing the benefits of Equine Touch that she went on to found her own business as an Equine and Human Touch Practitioner.
After attending a two-day Equine Touch course for horse owners, Helen was so motivated by what she saw, that she went on to train as a practitioner to enable her to deliver this technique and see first-hand the benefits that it can have.
Equine Touch is a non-invasive body working technique involving the connective tissue such as fascia, muscles, tendons and ligaments.
Helen shares her journey and why she loves working with horse and rider combinations.