In this episode Kat and Shelley talk about finding motivation to ride when there are so many things that make it hard. Things such as the weather to a lack of company. They explore what they have learnt about motivation and how doing something you want to do is more about being strategic than waiting around to feel ready.

In this podcast four (4) books that contain interesting insights into motivation and habits were mentioned. They are:

5 Second Rule by Mel Robbins

Atomic Habits by James Clear

Can't Hurt Me & Never Finished by David Goggins

In this episode Kat gives some great tips about hoof care in winter. We go over ways to look after your farrier during the wet weather as well as how to look after your horse’s hooves.

Kat also tells us the exciting news about her new course she has released, "Hoof Care Basics - The Essential Guide to Understanding & Caring for your Equine’s Hooves".

Kat has created this course as a resource for owners to improve their understanding of hoof care and how to monitor hoof health and management choices.

Listeners of this podcast can use the coupon code CANTERTHERAPY to get 20% off the listed price.

Click here to find out more and enrol:

https://calmwillingandconfidenthorses.thinkific.com/courses/hoofcarebasics

In this episode Shelley and Kat talk about "cookie cutter" training approaches for horses. They discuss why they are criticised but also about why they have merit.

We are joined in this episode by the gorgeous Jodie Luck from Almarzan Stud in Birdwood, South Australia.

Jodie is an experienced and successful endurance competitor, as well as a breeder of Arabians, Warmbloods and German Riding Ponies. Jodie is a dedicated learner and she takes us on a journey into how she worked stuff out.

To find out more about Almazaan Stud:

Facebook @almazaan stud

Website: http://www.almazaanstud.com.au/

We had the privilege of talking to Dr. Raquel Butler from Integrative Veterinary Therapeutics. Raquel is an absolute wealth of knowledge in the industry, having initially trained as a veterinarian before immersing herself in equine bodywork and biomechanics. In this episode we talk about the role of functional posture how it goes hand in hand with soundness.

Find out more about Raquel on Facebook: Integrative Veterinary Therapeutics

Website: https://integratedvettherapeutics.mykajabi.com

Learning to ride as an adult is harder than you think! This episode delves into the unique challenges faced by adults learning to ride horses. In this episode, we engage in a conversation with Sam McGilvray, unraveling her journey into horsemanship. Sam shares her experience and frustrations of navigating the world of riding, offering insights into self-discovery and some of life's lessons.

In this episode, we have the privilege of chatting with Dr. Lizzie McCready, a dedicated veterinarian on a mission to enhance the lives of animals everywhere. With a passion for ongoing learning and a heart for the equestrian community, Dr. McCready is committed to sharing her veterinary expertise to positively impact horses. She's all about empowering everyday horse owners with practical skills and invaluable horse-health knowledge, enabling them to provide the best possible care for their horses.

In this episode Kat and Shelley reflect on what their highlights and learnings from 2023 were.

2023 was full of lots of insightful conversations and clinics and 2024 will no doubt be the same ❤️

Dr. Sue Dyson is a well-known veterinarian and researcher in the field of equine health and welfare, particularly in the area of lameness and poor performance in performance horses. She has made significant contributions to the understanding of pain and discomfort in ridden horses.