Equalign Podcast

Grooming can give be a great way to learn about your animal and can also be used as way to make the animal more comfortable and move more efficiently. Observation is key to picking up clues and cues of what could possibly be going on with your animal. In this episode you will learn what to observe, how to use your grooming tools to identify areas with issues and how you can use the tools to help alleviate some of the issues. A good grooming practice will aide in discovery, treatment and help build better relationships with your animals.

Dr MJ Adamcik is a graduate of Palmer Chiropractic College and is the event coordinator, clinical relations manager and "grantor of wishes" at Rocktape. Listen to her story of how she got into chiropractic and how she turned her enthusiasm for Rocktape into a full time position in the company. A prime example of how to your passion can become lead to your dream job.

Most people have no clue what pelvic floor physical therapy is all about. Dr Lex will give you insight into what constitutes pelvic floor physical therapy and how it pertains to movement. Her knowledge of movement and how the pelvic floor works can help anyone that is or has had low back discomfort, urinary incontinence, prolapse, groin injuries, pain during sex, core weakness and so much more. Get ready to learn.

The success of any relationship be it rider/trainer, doctor/patient, husband/wife, therapist/client depends on how well we are able to meet each others expectations. How can you satisfy a client if you have no clue what specifically their expectations for your relationship are to be. Problems arise mostly from one participant not meeting the expectations of the other. This podcast will help you in all aspects of your life? 

Observation is one of your most important tools for discovery. In todays day in age it has become increasingly difficult to have present time consciousness due to all the distractions life throws at us. This episode will discuss the importance of Macro and micro observation for the purpose of discovery. Observation can also include, if you are dealing with horses, the rider, tack and riders chaps and boots. Observation is a skill that can teach you so much. 

Andrew Phibrick is a former USET rider and international coach. He has coached on every level from the world games to World Cup finals and nations cup. He owns and operates Hunter Farms, a 40 stall hunter/jumper training stable in Princeton, NJ. He also owns and operates Princeton Show Jumping in Princeton, NJ. He is a licensed course designer and a member of USEF show management committee and the USHJA strategic planning and governance committees. He is currently serving on the USHJA adhoc mileage rule and calendar committee. 

In this episode Dr Wendy and Dr Dave will inspire your passions and desires to look to the future. The past year has had its challenges and at the same time it has had many successes. It is your choice to find what drives you and makes you happy. That happiness only comes from inside of you so making the right choices is critical to your state of mind. We invite you to look back over your past year and search for all the things that went right and as directed. Take the instances that did not go as well and reframe your perspective. Turn frustration into fascination. How your brain files its experiences becomes your reality. In the coming new year how will you achieve your success and happiness? How does your passion and desire drive your actions? Read, focus, have fun and create the life you desire and do it at your pace. Thanks to everyone who has listened and shared our podcast. Happy New Year!

Sarah Wayda is an accomplished Grand Prix rider and head trainer for Hunter Farms in Princeton, NJ. Listen to her story about how she got into the sport and how she developed her love and passion for horses and where that has led her. She explains how important it is to maintain good physical conditioning in the rider and the horse to compete at top levels. She talks about her horse of a lifetime, Faroukh. Being an athlete herself besides riding she also does CrossFit and runs. She would like to put together a team of riders who run to compete in the Ragnar race from Miami  to Key West in December of 2021. Sarah can be reached by email at [email protected]

Dr. Wendy Coren has added fascial technique to her book Canine Kinesiology Taping and is now available in digital format and will soon be available in print. In this episode we discuss the importance of fascial techniques as an important addition to improving canine mobility. We use fascial techniques on every canine we work with and it always precedes the taping techniques. If you are interested in learning more about improving your dogs mobility and comfort please check out Canine Kinesiology Taping on Equalign.com

Dr Reid Nelles from Minnesota is a chiropractic professional dealing with sport injuries. He has a unique approach to shoulder and hip injuries and explains the connection. In this interview the listener will gain insight into shoulder injury and an exercise specifically to aid movement of the scapula to balance a shoulder post injury. He has designed a course for sports therapists, trainers and doctors geared toward rehab and recovery. 
He can be contacted thru email at [email protected]