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The People Behind the Horses: With Dr. Tim Worden
Mad Barn is excited to introduce our new series, “The People Behind the Horses,” in which we highlight industry leaders who are shaping the future of equine performance and well-being.
In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Tim Worden, an Equine Sports Science Consultant with a Ph.D. in Biomechanics from the University of Guelph. Dr. Worden has worked with Equestrian Canada and top FEI riders, bringing cutting-edge research, performance analytics, and evidence-based training to the world's best equine athletes.
🎙 What you’ll hear in this episode:
- How biomechanics and sports science are revolutionizing equestrian training
- Why small training adjustments can make a big impact in competition
- The role of galloping and varied surfaces in equine fitness
- The future of equestrian sports: wearable tech, data tracking & recovery strategies
- How nutrition supports peak performance and longevity
Whether you’re an equestrian enthusiast, a professional rider, or someone passionate about horse care, this episode offers valuable takeaways on how science-backed methods can improve equine athleticism.
⏱Podcast Timeline
- 00:00 - Welcome to the Show
- 00:13 - Meet Dr. Tim Worden
- 00:44 - Dr. Worden's Journey into Sports Science
- 03:25 - Applying Research to Horse Training
- 05:30 - Trends in Show Jumping and Beyond
- 10:18 - The Role of Nutrition in Performance
- 11:52 - Future Goals and Industry Growth
- 14:42 - Conclusion and Final Thoughts
📚 Related Resources
Interested in learning about supporting high performance horses? We have several blog articles online:
- How to Feed a High Performance Horse for Training & Competition
- How to Use Lactate Testing to Improve Your Horse’s Training Program
- Benefits of Exercise in Horses
- How to Use a Heart-Rate Monitor for Your Horse
Performance Nutrition Counseling: https://madbarn.com/performance/
Mad Barn is dedicated to supporting horse owners, handlers and practitioners through research, training and education.
Visit us to learn more at https://madbarn.com
You can also find Mad Barn at:
Instagram | Facebook | TikTok — @madbarnequine
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By Mad BarnMad Barn is excited to introduce our new series, “The People Behind the Horses,” in which we highlight industry leaders who are shaping the future of equine performance and well-being.
In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Tim Worden, an Equine Sports Science Consultant with a Ph.D. in Biomechanics from the University of Guelph. Dr. Worden has worked with Equestrian Canada and top FEI riders, bringing cutting-edge research, performance analytics, and evidence-based training to the world's best equine athletes.
🎙 What you’ll hear in this episode:
- How biomechanics and sports science are revolutionizing equestrian training
- Why small training adjustments can make a big impact in competition
- The role of galloping and varied surfaces in equine fitness
- The future of equestrian sports: wearable tech, data tracking & recovery strategies
- How nutrition supports peak performance and longevity
Whether you’re an equestrian enthusiast, a professional rider, or someone passionate about horse care, this episode offers valuable takeaways on how science-backed methods can improve equine athleticism.
⏱Podcast Timeline
- 00:00 - Welcome to the Show
- 00:13 - Meet Dr. Tim Worden
- 00:44 - Dr. Worden's Journey into Sports Science
- 03:25 - Applying Research to Horse Training
- 05:30 - Trends in Show Jumping and Beyond
- 10:18 - The Role of Nutrition in Performance
- 11:52 - Future Goals and Industry Growth
- 14:42 - Conclusion and Final Thoughts
📚 Related Resources
Interested in learning about supporting high performance horses? We have several blog articles online:
- How to Feed a High Performance Horse for Training & Competition
- How to Use Lactate Testing to Improve Your Horse’s Training Program
- Benefits of Exercise in Horses
- How to Use a Heart-Rate Monitor for Your Horse
Performance Nutrition Counseling: https://madbarn.com/performance/
Mad Barn is dedicated to supporting horse owners, handlers and practitioners through research, training and education.
Visit us to learn more at https://madbarn.com
You can also find Mad Barn at:
Instagram | Facebook | TikTok — @madbarnequine