Cape Equine Bodywork

Sunbird thoroughly enjoying her first time on the Sure Foot Pads 💛

As I work more with the Surefoot pads I am fascinated how it calms the horses.

It seems to provide new information to the balancing portion of the nervous system thus calming the horse.

Note the sleepy looking in Spirit's eyes and the loose wobbly lip, if he had relaxed anymore he would have fallen asleep 🙈

One of the special SARDA ponies, Spirit experiencing some unique proprioception exercises. Note the swaying of his body as he explores his balance and stability.

Do you notice the difference?

Do you notice the difference?

Sometimes, what looks like muscle atrophy isn't muscle atrophy. With chronic injuries, fascia can get "stuck" causing restrictions, dysfunction, constrictions and chronic pain.

The picture on the left is of a thoroughbred gelding before treatment and the picture on the right is taken 25 minutes later.

Do you cross train your horse?

This is a great article that outline the benefits both mentally and physically that cross training brings.

http://www.thehorse.com/articles/34300/cross-training-sport-horses-for-body-and-mind

Cross-Training Sport Horses for Body and Mind Cross-training is a "central pillar" to athletic success and longevity, one veterinarian says. Learn why.

One of my goals this year is to get myself fitter and stronger.

Improving your own fitness and balance will hugely help your own horse's body and movements.

6 Leg Exercises To Improve Dressage Rider Leg Strength And Balance http://dressageridertraining.com/ Here are 6 leg exercises to help improve your rider balance and stability. Great for bringing awareness to certain areas th...

Fascinating to see the difference between the two!

Ringbone

The leg on the right shows a horse with high ringbone, whereas the left shows a normal leg. Amazing to see the difference.

As riders we should continually educate ourselves and question are we doing the best we can for our horses.

This is a very informative short video on saddle fitting tips and well worth the watch.

Equitopia Center

Karena having a seat analysis on Travis the mechanical horse.

This was a fascinating exercise on where the rider puts their weight and strength (or lack of) when riding.

The rider then gets given a number of strengthening exercises to do at home, based on their body awareness.

A recent study discovered a link between poor saddle fit and rider back pain, lameness, saddle slip, asymmetry and rider crookedness.

http://practicalhorsemanmag.com/article/health-update-25824

Sore Backs and Saddles A recent study discovered a link between poor saddle fit and rider back pain, lameness, saddle slip, asymmetry and rider crookedness.

Equine Gym 💪🏻

We are very excited to be incorporating the Surefoot Balance pads in with our bodywork!

These pads are an unique way to improve a horses balance, stability, co-ordination and performance.

This article sums up nicely some of the many benefits of equine massage. If you want a happier, healthier horse, give us a call today.

http://equinemassage.com.au/new/benefits/

Benefits Increased Range of MotionA better moving horse, less wear and tear on joints, ligaments and tendons. The dressage horse who is flexible looks and feels better, is happier with their work, is easier to ride and will therefore achieve better results. The race horse with the longer stride wins the rac...