by Ané Lloyd | Jan 21, 2021 | Equine Therapy
Saddle fitting is a multifactorial and highly dynamic part of our equestrian industry, one that is often poorly performed by non-qualified and improperly trained fitters. In a Research Refresh on the Equine platform (Saddle fit, management and the relationship to...
by Ané Lloyd | Dec 9, 2020 | Equine Therapy
There is no better way to kick off the festive season, than with a great reading list. And while diving into the research articles or textbooks is great, this is really a season when we should be slowing down just a little. So here are my top Equine Blog...
by Ané Lloyd | Dec 3, 2020 | Equine Therapy
It’s the festive season, and for many of our horses, that means a well-deserved break from competition and training schedules. And that, it turns out, is one of the best things you can do for your horse, and for your competitive riding career. Why Rest is Essential...
by Ané Lloyd | Nov 19, 2020 | Equine Therapy
What is normal for your horse? Is your horse grumpy, unwilling? Does he throw his head, pull back his ears, get tense? Does he kick or bite at you when you tighten the girth? And are you constantly struggling to get into competition, to perform consistently or just to...
by Ané Lloyd | Oct 29, 2020 | Equine Therapy
In the world of equine competition, one of the most common injuries we face is injury to the tendons. As an owner, rider and competitor, you are probably already familiar with the position of the horse’s tendon behind the cannon bone, and probably already implement...
by Ané Lloyd | Oct 15, 2020 | Equine Therapy
Riding and competing in any equine sport is nerve wracking, fraught with massive highs and devastating lows. The road to every ribbon is paved with hours of work, brainstorming, strategising, falls, fails, set-backs, personal struggles, financial struggles, and so...