Optimal Equestrian

In this episode I dive into all things light therapy to include red light, near infrared and blue light. We will cover the benefits, go over some scientific studies, contraindications, arguments against red light therapy and what to look for in a device. I also share my experience with an LED light pad and my personal opinions on them. See the linked studies and resources below to learn more!https://animaltherapeutics.com.au/how-does-red-light-therapy-work/ https://equinelighttherapy.com/research https://medcovet.com/hair-a-hurdle-for-photobiomodulation/ https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0737080620304548 The Science Behind XLR8 Redline | From the Textbook – XLR8 Equine  Wound healing:https://static1.squarespace.com/static/56bd2da859827e9e49b346ec/t/66217ff1c716236c4017d5a9/1713471473387/%5BPhotonics+%26+Lasers+in+Medicine%5D+Equine+wound+healing-+influence+of+low+level+laser+therapy+on+an+equine+metacarpal+wound+healing+model.pdf  https://beva.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/evj.13266License Code: SS8CUIRWRDGNJ39P

Baucherism is a Dressage training method developed from Francois Baucher. Research for this episode came from the book "Racinet explains Baucher" by Jean-Claude Racinet. This episode covers who Baucher was, his training method and how it differs from the French and German classical training methods. Some further resources to dive deeper would be Mills Consilient Horsemanship, Patrick King and Manuel Jorge de Oliveira.License Code: DRXLHEZ8IB66X9SX

In this episode I recap my top lessons from Michael Phelps book "Beneath The Surface" and show how equestrians can learn from him. From inspiring young kids learning to ride to choosing the right coach that brings out the best in you and your horse. We also take a peek into his life, career, mindset and training protocols. License Code: 8CMDST8EN8RYQR0W

Ty Murray was a pro rodeo cowboy competing in the rough stock events for the PRCA and one of the founders of the PBR. The research for this episode comes from his book "King of the Cowboys". In this episode I go over his life, career, unique training methods and the importance of his mindset about competing that all equestrians can learn from.Music License: 7KDXZRVF7OEL3YXF

Denny Emerson is best known as an upper level eventer. However, he also competed in trail riding, saddle seat, hunters, jumpers and dressage. He helped win a gold medal for the US at a world championship, was Vice President of the US Equestrian Team, President of the USEA, served on the executive committee of AHSA (now USEF) and stood stallions on his farm Tamarack Hill farm. The research for this episode came from his two books; How Good Riders Get Good and Know Better To Do Better. In this episode I go over the top lessons from each book. We look at the qualities and characteristics good riders need and learn from the mistakes he learned throughout his career when it came to riding and training horses.Link to his books on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B004DGLMOALicense Code: GIPGWS3T9DOCMS1Y

We all know Arnold Schwarzenegger as the Bodybuilder, Actor and Governor. In this episode I dissect what made him successful. The research comes from his book Be Useful and the documentary on Netflix titled Arnold. We will learn how to visualize the life we want, think big, work hard, shift gears and stay curious. Join me as I relate his lesson to the equestrian world so we can all improve and achieve our goals.License Code: 02JERACKPLKMTP9W

My top lessons from the book Mind Gym by Gary Mack. Gary was a leading sports psychologist, consultant and counselor for top many top professional athletes. We will look at how to improve our mental game as equestrians before and during show days.License Code: 4ZAZXPOXLULVYTI9

Buck Brannaman is best known as a horsemanship clinician, colt starter and trick roper. Let’s discover what sets Buck Brannaman apart from other clinicians, what our horses behavior says about us, and the difference between discipline vs punishment.Research for this episode was done from two of his books; The Faraway Horses and Believe as well as the documentary titled Buck.License Code: S3AXRG8XMS2KCBHI