by Justine Nord | Jun 9, 2024 | Uncategorized
Any equestrian knows, the topline refers to the muscles along the horse’s neck, withers, back and loin area. Having a well-developed topline with good muscle tone and strength is crucial for performance horses across disciplines from dressage to jumping to barrel...
by Justine Nord | Apr 30, 2024 | Uncategorized
What are training scars? Something I have come to believe that gets in our way of learning until we can get back to “tabula rasa”, a clean slate. Training scars are created through bad habits and physical biomechanics. To remove them we need to get to tabula rasa by...
by Justine Nord | Apr 9, 2024 | Uncategorized
For many years, I have been a long-time fan of Long Lining, also known as ground driving. Not only is it beautiful to watch, but an effective tool to enhance your horses’ physical conditioning and overall well-being. Here we will explore its benefits. Whether you’re...
by Justine Nord | Mar 2, 2024 | Uncategorized
As equestrians, we understand the unique challenges that come with pursuing our passion. From the highs of competition victories to the lows of dealing with injuries, setbacks, and personal struggles, our journey with our equine partners is often a rollercoaster of...
by Justine Nord | Feb 14, 2024 | Uncategorized
When training horses for demanding equestrian sports, it’s important to pay close attention to their level of soreness so that their progress and health can be monitored. Riders and trainers ask a lot from their equine partners during training sessions aimed at...
by Justine Nord | Jan 3, 2024 | Uncategorized
The Power of Goal Setting in Equine Performance Sports As we enter a new year, an Olympic year in the world of Show Jumping and Dressage, we are inspired to set new goals in our riding and horsemanship skills. I love seeing my clients and...
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