Ride With Janice.

Ride With Janice.

By Janice Dulak of Pilates For Dressage®Health & Fitness
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Ride With Janice. episodes

  • Hands

    Join Janice Dulak once again as we explore more about HANDS.

    Like all body appendages, knowing what to do (or what not to do) with them is so important to our riding.

    In this edition of RIDE WITH JANICE, Janice will give you some 'ride changing' advice about how your hand's position, movement, and muscle tension should be factored into each ride.

    During this episode, Janice will remind you of two main principles - to :

    1. Do something/nothing with your hands, so you don't do something with your hands - Confused? You won't be!
    2. Think about muscle tension and the dynamic nature of how much pressure we need in our hands to get a response from our horse.
    3. Mentioned in this podcast is German Dressage Trainer Hubertus Schmidt - You can find him online at https://www.hubertusschmidt.com


      Want to Progress Further?  Like What You Hear? Are you are a dressage rider who cares about fitness and biomechanics, or even a cowgirl who dreams of a better seat and to feel stronger?

      Create strength on the mat, and balance in the saddle with Pilates For Dressage®. 

      Or Consider enrolling in RIDERMANSHIP® - where your education takes a seriously progressive turn and allows you finally master the physical challenges you may be facing. Our next intake is February 2022 - Sign up to our newsletter to be informed of when our intake opens up.

      If you'd like to ask Janice a question, sign up to her newsletter, enquire about live or online events, shop her books and DVDs or even just follow her on social media - CLICK HERE  

      Turn your rides into moments - with Janice Dulak - Published author and creator of the online education program Ridermanship®


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      14 min
    4. Kicking To Go

      We are all no doubt guilty of this at some point or another in our riding career.

      What if we were to tell you, there is a better way to ask your horse forward?

      Join Janice in this podcast episode of Ride WIth Janice where she will cover 2 very important things :

      1. Using your Seat and Thighs to 'roll' your horse forward & what that means

      AND

      2. What NOT to do with your lower legs

      Saddle Up, Secure your phone in your Pocket, and let's make some MOMENTS with your horse.


      Mentioned in this episode :

      '4 Steps to teach your horse to go off your seat'

      This is contained in full via Janice's Online Learning Program Ridermanship®.

      If you'd like to be informed about when our next intake opens up, or receive handy tips, stories and event details - be sure to sign up to our monthly newsletter CLICK HERE or visit www.pilatesfordressage.com and hit contact us at the top of the homepage.

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      Your privacy and time are valuable. We will only send relevant and valuable news/offers.


      BE SURE TO FOLLOW THIS PODCAST TO NEVER MISS AN EPISODE - A NEW ONE COMES OUT EVERY 2 WEEKS!

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      12 min
    5. Not Wanting To Ride. A guide to getting over the 'CBB's'...

      RIDE WITH JANICE - THE PODCAST

      Season 1 - Episode 7
      Not Wanting To Ride

      Riding.  Pffft!  Some days it all seems WAY TO HARD.

      Janice gets it.  She too has those days. In fact, this episode is dedicated to exactly that!  

      Life is busy, and let's face it, you need energy to pull on those breeches or riding jeans, go get your horse, groom them, tack them up, do some ground work maybe then ride.  

      SO MUCH WORK!

      This is a 2 part episode, so be sure to stick around to hear how Janice went after she initially had the 'Can't Be Bothered's'...

      Next episode drops in 2 weeks time - 'Kicking To Go'...  Learn why that won't get you very far with your horse.

      Are you a dressage rider who cares about fitness and biomechanics, or a cowgirl who wants a better seat and to feel stronger? Create strength on the mat, and balance in the saddle with Pilates For Dressage®

      Turn your rides into moments - with Janice Dulak - Published author and creator of the online education program Ridermanship®

      If you'd like to ask Janice a question, sign up to her newsletter, enquire about live or online events, shop her books and dvds or even just follow her on social media - CLICK HERE  

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      11 min
    6. The Core

      Do you ride thinking about your 'Core'?

      It is time to start.

      In fact, Janice doesn't even like the term 'using our core'.  She prefers 'Stabilizing Our Spine'.

      In this podcast episode, you will explore an interesting exercise to use your abdominals pre-mounting in your warm-up, or even how to play with it while riding.

      Soften and support your spine, just like your horse has to do to 'come through'...

      Not sure what that term means?  Janice will explain all.

      Grab your horse and begin a fascinating episode about the CORE and how best to use it. You will also hear the science behind it, how your horse has to use their abdominals, and how to influence your horse's speed by our use of ours.

      We are on social media [Facebook and Instagram] and of course, our website www.pilatesfordressage.com If you are looking to email questions through - [email protected]

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      17 min
    7. The Trot
      When it comes to the trot, it is RARE someone has ever actually coached you on what to do with your body in a detailed way.  Which muscles should you be using?  What action are you truly striving for?
      Join Janice on her ride as she talks about :
      How we think trotting up / down but... it's more up/forward & down
      How we should think of the torso as a box
      Learn about the 'hinge' of your hip joints
      Where we should aim be 'angles' wise
      Learn what a 'thuddock' is [Janice's made up muscle]
      Get a taste of what you learn in Ridermanship® and Janice's PRO RIDES audio training coming soon
      A reminder that RIDERMANSHIP® kicks off October 15. 
      Early Birds who sign up before October 1 save $300!
      For all the details head to www.pilatesfordressage.com/ridermanship or sign up for our exclusive email list to receive detailed information.
      Sign up to our general newsletter to keep up to date on when our RIDE WITH JANICE PRO RIDES will be released and other Janice Clinics and Events.
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      12 min
    8. The Spine

      Our Spine

      Our spine is SO important in riding yet often we forget to stretch and warm it up before we ride!

      Today, grab your horse and Ride With Janice as she takes you through some delicious spinal stretches to help you, and in turn, your horse.

      Learn Janice's 'Pilates Spine Stretch Forward' and some other methods that will help you in the saddle.

      Main learning points in this episode :

      1. The Spine is so important and often forgotten as riders
      2. We ask horses to stretch their back and spine, so it is important to stretch OUR backs
      3. Learn the 'Pilates Spine Stretch Forward' while on your horse
      4. Plus some other methods to stretch out our backs while in the saddle

      5. This episode of RIDE WITH JANICE is brought to you by RIDERMANSHIP®

        Ridermanship® is the ultimate online equestrian education program.

        Learn strength, stretch and control, while aiding injury recovery and prevention...

        October Intake is NOW OPEN!

        Save $300 if you purchase before October 1st 2021.

        If you would like to take advantage of a payment plan to pay in monthly instalments, please contact us at [email protected].

        Not sure if you are ready for Ridermanship®?

        Sign up for our exclusive email list and receive more in-depth information about the course, some tips, special offers and more.

        Head to pilatesfordressage.com/ridermanship to sign up!

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        12 min
      6. The Boss

        There are many different types of 'BOSS' in the world. 

        Knowing which type of boss to be with your horse can be a game changer.  

        Join Janice as she goes through ; 

        1. Being The Boss
        2. Bossy boss vs Not Helpful Boss
        3. Think about what kind of boss you are to your horse...
        4. How can you be more balanced as a "boss"
        5. Use your tools [your body] to give your horse parameters, and allow them to find out how to do their job.
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          Janice Dulak is known internationally for her work in melding Professional Dancing, Pilates and Riding into a program to enhance your strength, body awareness and influence on your horse.  The author of Pilates For Dressage® and the creator of Ridermanship® Clinic in the Cloud study program, this podcast is your FREE access to Janice...

          HIT SUBSCRIBE or FOLLOW and be sure to sign up to our mailing list to never miss an event or riding tip!

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          13 min
        7. Feet

          We've all heard "heels down", but there is simply more to it than that.

          Many equestrians are riding around, totally unaware of the importance of their feet.  

          Feet are pretty darn important in this whole 'riding' caper.

          So many things to troubleshoot!

          For example :

          • Do you lose your stirrups all the time?  It might be tight hips!
          • Do you know how to keep your feet in the best position?
          • Do you know how much pressure to have in your stirrups?
          • Do you understand what your feet do to the rest of your body?
          • Check out this episode of RIDE WITH JANICE to learn more about how your feet could be causing you some annoying issues in the saddle, PLUS how we can fix it.


            Got questions?
            We'd love to answer them for you.
            Be sure to get in touch!
            We are on social media [Facebook and Instagram] and of course our website www.pilatesfordressage.com has a contact form you are welcome to use.
            Also, on our website you can sign up to our email list and never miss a thing!

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            12 min
          • WELCOME Riders

            It is the very first episode of RIDE WITH JANICE and we are so excited to have you along for the journey!

            Grab your horse and 'chill out' at the mounting block as Janice Dulak talks you through how this podcast will work, and what you can expect.

            Don't have a horse nearby?  

            That's ok, listen along and you will still pick up valuable tips and tricks from Janice's deep library of knowledge.  

            You will always be able to go back and listen when you DO have your horse.

            18 min
          • Meet Janice & Subscribe for Episode One!

            Before we get started with our BRAND NEW RIDE WITH JANICE Podcast Series, we thought a quick hello from the lady herself would be a nice introduction!

            Find out how RIDE WITH JANICE works as your in ear coach to better posture and body awareness...

            Janice Dulak is known internationally for her work in melding Professional Dancing, Pilates and Riding into a program to enhance your strength, body awareness and influence on your horse.  The author of Pilates For Dressage® and the creator of Ridermanship® Clinic in the Cloud study program, this podcast is your FREE access to Janice...

            HIT SUBSCRIBE or FOLLOW and be sure to sign up to our mailing list to never miss an event or riding tip!

            Have a question for Janice?  You can DM her via her social media channels - 

            @pilatesfordressage on Instagram or Facebook

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            1 min

          About Ride With Janice.

          From the publisher's feed

          This is your FREE podcast for any equestrian wishing to be a considerate rider for their horse and have more memorable moments through their training sessions.