Reduce your horse’s tension with one simple exercise
How one simple exercise can release your horse’s tension As riders, we often see the signs: The stiffness in the neck. The hesitation to move forward. The tension that builds — quietly, until it overflows. But tension doesn’t start in the behavior. It starts in the body. In this blog, I walk you through a […]
The best way to prepare for competitions? Marten Luiten shows you how
The best way to prepare for competitions? Marten Luiten shows you how At our recent TRT Live Event, Marten joined me for a powerful demo on how to truly prepare your horse for competition — not just at home, but also during the warm-up, and even in the test itself. From the moment your horse […]
How to help a stiff horse move more freely
Tip video Stiff horse? Here’s why (and what to do about it!) If your horse feels stiff, resistant, or struggles with mobility, simply working him harder won’t fix the problem. Stiffness often comes from muscle tension, lack of awareness, and poor breathing patterns, not just a lack of flexibility. Before you can create suppleness, your […]
How to prepare for competitions
Tip video Competition without the stress—Here’s how Competitions can be stressful. From the moment you start packing, to loading the trailer, arriving at the show, and warming up in a high-energy environment, tension can build long before you even enter the arena. But what if you could approach competitions in a way that keeps both […]
When your horse freezes and won’t move – here’s what to do
Tip video How to help a horse that freezes without forcing him forward If your horse freezes, hesitates, or shuts down, it’s not just a training issue—it’s often a sign of tension, uncertainty, or a reflex response in their body. Many riders try to push their horse forward in these moments, but that often makes […]
Improve your horse’s flexibility
Tip video Improve your horse’s flexibility Helping your horse stretch doesn’t have to be complicated. In this video, I’ll show you how I use the stretching wall. A simple yet powerful way to improve flexibility, release tension, and help your horse move more freely. I allows your horse to stretch in a way that feels […]
Make bridling easier with this step-by-step approach
Tip video Bridling without stress—here’s how to do it right! Bridling should be simple, but for many horses, it’s a source of stress. And often, without realizing it, we approach it in a way that makes it even harder for them. But how do you fix that? I have recorded a video on that, which […]
How to make deworming easy for your horse
Tip video Struggling with Deworming? Watch This! Deworming can often feel like a battle. Your horse pulls away, you try to hold on, and before you know it, you’re both frustrated. But it doesn’t have to be that way. In this free tip video, I’ll show you a different approach—one that makes deworming stress-free for […]
My number 1 item to keep my horses happy
My favourite management tool The Hofmag Magnetic Therapy Machine I’ve been getting a lot of questions lately about what my management looks like outside of the groundwork. There’s one tool that’s made a huge difference: the Hofmag Magnetic Therapy Machine. This device has been a game-changer. Not only does it help me detect areas of […]
Is your horse afraid of mirrors?
Tip video Is your horse afraid of mirrors? Here’s what to do Does your horse get tense or nervous around arena mirrors? You’re not alone! Many horses see their reflection and get tense or afraid. The key to overcoming this isn’t about forcing your horse closer to the mirror but teaching him the right posture of confidence—what I call the […]