On this week's podcast EquiTeam's Liz Daniels has the pleasure of being joined by Tony Hobden from Equidance. After meeting Mrs Equidance (Kelly Jewel), music producer Tony was taken to watch dressage to music for the first time and came away with one clear aim – to make the freestyle music better – and that is just what they did! Founding the business 10 years ago, Tony shares how he approached top riders, offering to produce their music to get the Equidance brand known, and shares how during lockdown he tried to break the barriers to make dressage to music feel accessible for all levels. With an all time high of watching Becky Moody dance to his music production at the Paris Olympics, Tony shares why he loves his job, the sport and of course his biggest inspiration. Follow Equidance here: https://www.facebook.com/equidance

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Equiteam's Liz Daniels chats to Olympic medal winner and dressage superstar, Becky Moody. Becky sprung into the mainstream spotlight ahead of the 2024 Paris Olympics in a challenging time, and yet managed to steal everyone's hearts, with her homebred partner in crime, Jagerbomb. Currently ranked seventh in the FEI World Rankings, Becky takes a trip down memory lane and reflects on where her equestrian journey began. In a brilliantly honest podcast, Becky chats about Bomba's blog and where the inspiration to write from his viewpoint came from. You can follow Becky here:

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Sponsors: https://equidance.co.uk

With access to so much information, EquiTeam's Liz Daniels and Lou Gillings chat about when too much information can lead to overload, simple tasks not being processed and the danger of too many cooks spoiling the broth. The pair recall instances when they have both felt bamboozled and situations where they have seen riders under stress not being able to process straightforward directions and look at some of the things that can help.

As Time to Talk day approaches EquiTeam's Liz Daniels and Louise Gillings look at that wonderful word 'fine' Why do we say we are fine when we are not, and what could we be more aware of?

As the pair reflect on why they say 'fine' even on the days they are not, they share why it's good to talk as research shows the tactic of bottling up is common, 72% of 25-34 year-olds reporting they avoid saying how they really feel.

Riders Minds: https://ridersminds.org/

If you're lacking a bit of direction, then let us help you find your focus with The Focused Equestrian Boot Camp. Equiteam's Lou Gillings, joins Liz Daniels to chat about their first boot camp and how it can help you focus your goals and find your mojo. You can pick and choose which parts you want to focus on, with our four main pathways:

· Mindset and Goal Setting

· Rider position

· Horsecare

· Daily challenges

· Rider focused fitness

· Plus Loubird's delicious recipes

Join us here: https://www.equiteam.co.uk/the-focused-equestrian-bootcamp/

When Ruth and her friend were unable to leave their yard to attend an unaffiliated dressage, they were of course disappointed, but instead of letting it stop them they rode their dressage tests at home, filmed them and asked someone to judge them. As Dressage Anywhere approaches it's 15 year anniversary, Liz Daniels chats to Co-Founder Ruth Chappell about the formation and progression of the platform that hosts online dressage competitions for competitors around the world.

Find out more about Dressage Anywhere here: https://www.dressageanywhere.com/

Purchase Ruth's favourite horse products here: https://www.wolfandhooves.com/hoovesofhampshire

On this week's episode Helen Duncan shares her journey from taking early retirement to being inspired enough by seeing the benefits of Equine Touch that she went on to found her own business as an Equine and Human Touch Practitioner. After attending a two-day Equine Touch course for horse owners, Helen was so motivated by what she saw, that she went on to train as a practitioner to enable her to deliver this technique and see first-hand the benefits that it can have. Equine Touch is a non-invasive body working technique involving the connective tissue such as fascia, muscles, tendons and ligaments. Helen shares her journey and why she loves working with horse and rider combinations.

At a time of year when everyone else is feeling motivated by goals, it's important to add the balance and remember that some people are also dealing with setbacks. We all know that accidents and injuries can and do happen as EquiTeam's Liz Daniels and Liz Somerville share their recent traumatic experiences of finding a horse on three legs and the subsequent emergency surgery of two-year-old Bert. The podcast highlights how being calm under pressure and some preparation can make a big difference in situations of stress.

Equiteam's Liz Daniels and Lou Gillings reflect on a brilliant and educational year that hasn't been without it's challenges, and look forward to 2025 with some exciting equestrian dates planned. From finding mojo, to physical setbacks, knowing when to be kind to yourself and goal setting, the duo cover a lot in this episode, with some special Equiteamer's reminding them why they do what they do.

Equiteam's Liz Daniels and Lou Gillings share some festive cheer with a light-hearted festive episode.

From memorable gifts, to Christmas traditions, eating mince pies in October and 'Driving Home for Chritsmas', the duo cover all things festive… Baileys anyone? Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas, With Love from Liz, Lou and Liz x