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Welcome to the official podcast from Equiteam. We are here to bring you no holds barred interviews, fun chats and all things equestrian. From tips with the professionals to discussing everyday real life issues faced by many of us, this is a must listen for those who love horses and want to have some fun along the way.

Performing under pressure 09/08/2025

Performing under pressure 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 pressure, managing it, and finding strategies that work for you. to our newsletter to receive a free lesson plan and be the first to hear about our new Focused Equestrian Boot Camp Course when it is released. Or for less than £3.50 per week to access all of the lesson plans, videos and resources. /episode/index/show/431827f6-f415-46d9-9baa-401c98732210/id/38134690

Why is it hard to say I’m proud of myself? 09/02/2025

Why is it hard to say I’m proud of myself? 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 most people, the duo find it super easy to shout from the rooftops about their friends, Equiteamers, their horse, or even someone they don’t know, but when it comes to feeling proud of themselves, it feels alien, and voicing it feels almost crude. We move the goalposts. We downplay the wins. We worry we’ll seem arrogant, or that if we stop and celebrate, we’ll lose momentum. But here’s the truth: Pride isn’t the opposite of humility—it’s the celebration of progress. If you would like to join the EquiTeam community and celebrate your wins, ask questions, and build your skills and confidence or take part in our Quest and online dressage teams, you can join us for as little as £3.50 a week at /episode/index/show/431827f6-f415-46d9-9baa-401c98732210/id/38055315

From Connections to Jellyfish (yes really) 08/25/2025

From Connections to Jellyfish (yes really) 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 increasing happiness and reducing stress, loneliness, and the risk of mental health issues. As usual the pair go off piste as their conversations go to mute giraffes, jellyfish with no brains (or nerves) and what it means to truly feel part of a supportive equestrian community. /episode/index/show/431827f6-f415-46d9-9baa-401c98732210/id/37953925

Celebrating the real wins 08/18/2025

Celebrating the real wins 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 and instead focused on the fabulous experience that her horse had and how far they have come to even qualify for the Area Festivals. The pair talk about Never Give Up day and discuss when in fact it is a good idea to give a negative habit. If you would like to join EquiTeam to access the resources and supportive community, sign up at /episode/index/show/431827f6-f415-46d9-9baa-401c98732210/id/37866790

Creating positive change in yourself and the industry 08/11/2025

Creating positive change in yourself and the industry 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 science sector, coupled with a passion for doing better, Nicola shares how this led to the formation of the Healthy Horse Congress. A podcast filled with passion and a desire to change. Links: If you'd like to join EquiTeam and access our entire content library and join our supportive community, you can sign up for less than £3.50 a week at /episode/index/show/431827f6-f415-46d9-9baa-401c98732210/id/37748690

Why downtime is as important as training 08/04/2025

Why downtime is as important as training 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 injuries. As the conversation flows the duo get on to school holiday guilt and why sometimes going away can leave you more exhausted! If you would like to connected with other equestrians just like you, take part in our quest or online dressage teams and access our huge content library, you can join EquiTeam at /episode/index/show/431827f6-f415-46d9-9baa-401c98732210/id/37669010

You didn’t just ask that… did you? 07/28/2025

You didn’t just ask that… did you? 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 of behind the scenes at EquiTeam then this is a listen you won’t want to miss! Join EquiTeam /episode/index/show/431827f6-f415-46d9-9baa-401c98732210/id/37531035

Realise your inner confidence with Fresh Focus Hypnotherapy 07/22/2025

Realise your inner confidence with Fresh Focus Hypnotherapy 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 hypnotherapy used together is a great combination, how it works, what it can be used for and some of her proudest moments. With a range of rider audio downloads, Kerry shares how finding support is now accessible for everyone. Find out more about Join EquiTeam to find support, motivation and connection with equestrians like you. /episode/index/show/431827f6-f415-46d9-9baa-401c98732210/id/37480425

EquiTeam Member Questions - Part One 07/15/2025

EquiTeam Member Questions - Part One 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 Join us: Resilient bootcamp: Fundraising Link: /episode/index/show/431827f6-f415-46d9-9baa-401c98732210/id/37403860

Filling the cup of resilience 07/07/2025

Filling the cup of resilience 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 side tracking! Join the Resilient Equestrian Boot Camp for just £10 for two months access - Or join EquiTeam for £15 per month and access all of the Boot Camp content as well as our entire content library and new resources every week. /episode/index/show/431827f6-f415-46d9-9baa-401c98732210/id/37304385

There is not enough tea in the world for this... 07/01/2025

There is not enough tea in the world for this... 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 reminder to check in with others a show that they also matter. Show notes Questions credited to Professor Tony Gayhe, for BD Scotland Training. If you wrote a book of your life experiences so far, what would the title be and why? Choose one question to answer 1. What do you like most about yourself? 2. How do you think people see you? 3. What are you prepared to sacrifice to be the best of you? How do you typically show others that they matter? /episode/index/show/431827f6-f415-46d9-9baa-401c98732210/id/37216920

The EquiTeam Resilience Bootcamp is Coming 06/24/2025

The EquiTeam Resilience Bootcamp is Coming 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 understand more about your own resilience pool and give you the tools to develop it when needed. The duo share some of the strategies they put in place when the resilience cup needs topping up, including prioritising sleep, re-framing words and the ability to say no – something which doesn’t come very easily to EquiTeam coach Liz! Join the Resilient Equestrian Boot Camp - /episode/index/show/431827f6-f415-46d9-9baa-401c98732210/id/37123570

Are you really doing enough for where you want to go? 06/16/2025

Are you really doing enough for where you want to go? 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 ‘more’ in, as the elusive work/life balance comes into play?! From face planting to singing, join Liz and Lou for another fun podcast. /episode/index/show/431827f6-f415-46d9-9baa-401c98732210/id/37023055

Exploring the Journey from Adult Rider to Competent Equestrian 06/10/2025

Exploring the Journey from Adult Rider to Competent Equestrian 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, letting go of the adult learner label, and the realisation that your riding level isn’t a reflection on the age that you started riding. /episode/index/show/431827f6-f415-46d9-9baa-401c98732210/id/36922315

Coaching Week: Igniting passion, unlocking potential and impacting lives 06/03/2025

Coaching Week: Igniting passion, unlocking potential and impacting lives 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 /episode/index/show/431827f6-f415-46d9-9baa-401c98732210/id/36831265

Health & Wellness with Alice Thomson 05/27/2025

Health & Wellness with Alice Thomson 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 thing you need to hear to make you pause, take a breath and decide on the best way forward for you. Website: Instagram: /episode/index/show/431827f6-f415-46d9-9baa-401c98732210/id/36711570

Confidence and resilience 05/20/2025

Confidence and resilience 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 the launch of the Equiteam resilience bootcamp, the duo explore ways in which you can help to recognise and boost your resilience. *Taken from the Rider motivation and confidence survey Nov 24. /episode/index/show/431827f6-f415-46d9-9baa-401c98732210/id/36638405

New Strangles Vaccine with The Podcasting Equine Vets 05/13/2025

New Strangles Vaccine with The Podcasting Equine Vets 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 testings. If you want to learn more about strangles in general you can listen to their previous episode and you can also download some FAQs PDF /episode/index/show/431827f6-f415-46d9-9baa-401c98732210/id/36545735

More Than Just a Podcast 05/06/2025

More Than Just a Podcast 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. /episode/index/show/431827f6-f415-46d9-9baa-401c98732210/id/36435660

It's Always a Choose Day 04/29/2025

It's Always a Choose Day 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 say yes. /episode/index/show/431827f6-f415-46d9-9baa-401c98732210/id/36343360

Camp flaps 04/14/2025

Camp flaps 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! /episode/index/show/431827f6-f415-46d9-9baa-401c98732210/id/36135145

Horses have always been heros throughout our lives 04/08/2025

Horses have always been heros throughout our lives 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, Kelly was at a crossroads in her life, when a chance meeting with Monty Roberts at a petrol station in France (what are the chances!), changed her life. Kelly is widely known for her work on equine psychology and training, focussing on effective communication, through her online platform Ingelligent Horsemanship and series of books. Find out more about Kelly & Daisy here: /episode/index/show/431827f6-f415-46d9-9baa-401c98732210/id/36026180

EquiTeam's Liz and Lou in the Hot Seat 04/01/2025

EquiTeam's Liz and Lou in the Hot Seat 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 them squirm as they reveal each others bad habits and get them to share previously non-disclosed info! A fun listen to celebrate three years of Equiteam online /episode/index/show/431827f6-f415-46d9-9baa-401c98732210/id/35936255

Tuning into Your Mind With Warwick Schiller 03/25/2025

Tuning into Your Mind With Warwick Schiller 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 ice baths have been an important part of his journey (and a cheaper way of boosting dopamine!). Warwick shares how mindset coaching helped him pull out a PB at the World Equestrian Games, leading him to be the most relaxed he has ever been in a competitive environment, and why it led to him realising that he had been competing for the wrong reasons. Warwick has a real passion and gift for equine psychology and training horses and a desire to share his knowledge with the equestrian world. /episode/index/show/431827f6-f415-46d9-9baa-401c98732210/id/35842195

An Insight into Endurance With Iain Paterson 03/18/2025

An Insight into Endurance With Iain Paterson On this week’s episode Equiteam’s Liz Daniels welcomes International Endurance rider, Iain Paterson to the show. Having represented Scotland seven times, won a 100 mile endurance ride through the Cairngorms after finishing the race in 21 hours, and spent four days in South Africa to complete the 350km ‘Race the Wild Coast’ on horses he didn’t previously know, his Mum’s decision to take him on a pleasure ride as a young boy after seeing he was losing interest in Pony Club certainly seemed to be a good life-shaping decision! Filled with passion and enthusiasm for both the welfare of his horses and the sport, Iain shares an insight into endurance riding, and his family's involvement in the sport and building the Tannasg Arabians Stud. Follow Iain or find out more about endurance: /episode/index/show/431827f6-f415-46d9-9baa-401c98732210/id/35732270

When Changing Your Goals Leaves You Disappointed 03/11/2025

When Changing Your Goals Leaves You Disappointed Equiteam’s Liz Daniels and Louise Gillings chat about how moving the goal posts and changing your expectations at the last minute can often lead to disappointment and means that you forget to enjoy the moment. After an interesting few weeks as a coach, rider, friend and general observer, Liz asks Lou if she thinks our natural competitive streak can actually hinder our enjoyment levels, and why – once we get to an event – do we go from being proud just to qualify, to moving the goal posts and then disappointed that we didn’t win?! We would love to hear your own thoughts, experiences and conclusions on this topic! /episode/index/show/431827f6-f415-46d9-9baa-401c98732210/id/35616410

If You Have a Dream, Follow It 03/04/2025

If You Have a Dream, Follow It 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 take a long time. If you have a dream and the right team around you then anything is possible”, this is an incredibly inspiring podcast full of what you can do, rather than what you can’t. /episode/index/show/431827f6-f415-46d9-9baa-401c98732210/id/35509110

My Goal is to Make People Cry… (with joy!) 02/25/2025

My Goal is to Make People Cry… (with joy!) 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 levels. With an all time high of watching Becky Moody dance to his music production at the Paris Olympics, Tony shares why he loves his job, the sport and of course his biggest inspiration. Follow Equidance here: /episode/index/show/431827f6-f415-46d9-9baa-401c98732210/id/35406670

Becky Moody - Olympic Medal Winner and Dressage Superstar 02/18/2025

Becky Moody - Olympic Medal Winner and Dressage Superstar 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: /episode/index/show/431827f6-f415-46d9-9baa-401c98732210/id/35311775

Dealing with Information Overload 02/11/2025

Dealing with Information Overload 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. /episode/index/show/431827f6-f415-46d9-9baa-401c98732210/id/35223280

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