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Equiform - Equine bodywork Helping performance horses feel good and move better. Equine massage & skeletal alignment, done with feel. Trusted by trainers. Backed by results.

24/10/2025

Shoulder freedom plays a key role in keeping the whole body biomechanically correct.
When a horse’s shoulders are tight, the surrounding muscles restrict the natural swing of the scapula. That restriction shortens stride length, reduces front-end freedom, and forces other areas - like the back and hindquarters - to compensate. Over time, that compensation can lead to soreness, tension, or imbalance through the body.
Bodywork helps maintain proper scapular movement, allowing for better stride reach, symmetry, and overall performance.

🏇 Garangula Spring Trophy Tournament 🏆I’ll be at Garangula this afternoon and available throughout the tournament for an...
24/10/2025

🏇 Garangula Spring Trophy Tournament 🏆
I’ll be at Garangula this afternoon and available throughout the tournament for any horses needing bodywork. Keeping polo ponies performing at 100% - supple, balanced, and ready to give their best on the field.
If your team’s horses could use a tune-up between games, come find me or send a message to book in.

Garangula Polo

Why a Mineral Balanced Diet Matters for Your Horse 🐴✨If you’re anything like me, you don’t want to waste money on unnece...
22/10/2025

Why a Mineral Balanced Diet Matters for Your Horse 🐴✨

If you’re anything like me, you don’t want to waste money on unnecessary feed or supplements that don’t really make a difference. That’s why I’ve done and highly recommend Dr. Eleanor Kellon’s courses on equine nutrition.

Dr. Kellon’s approach focuses on mineral balancing - making sure your horse gets the right amounts of key minerals like calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, and trace minerals.

When minerals are balanced properly, your horse can benefit in many ways:

Copper helps darken and enhance a shiny, healthy coat

Zinc supports strong hooves and healthy skin

Magnesium aids muscle relaxation and reduces tension

Calcium and phosphorus keep bones strong and joints healthy

Balanced minerals improve digestion, muscle function, and overall performance - and you avoid wasting money on unnecessary feeds or supplements.

Feeding smarter, not just more, means your horse feels better and you get better value. If you’re unsure about your horse’s mineral balance or want to learn how to feed for optimal health, definitely check out Dr. Kellon’s courses or ask me for guidance!

Your horse deserves a diet that works as hard as they do. 💪🐎

Beyond the Muscles: The Performance Impact of Emotional BalanceEquine bodywork isn’t just about easing tight muscles - i...
20/10/2025

Beyond the Muscles: The Performance Impact of Emotional Balance

Equine bodywork isn’t just about easing tight muscles - it also influences how a horse thinks, focuses, and performs. Emotional tension shows up physically, and if it’s left unchecked, it can restrict movement, create resistance, and slow recovery.

Performance horses operate under constant pressure - training, travel, and competition all take a toll on the nervous system. Bodywork helps interrupt that stress cycle, promoting both physical and mental reset.

Key benefits:
• Improved focus: A calm horse is more attentive and responsive, making training more productive.
• Reduced reactivity: Regular bodywork helps lower baseline stress, minimising tension-based behaviours under pressure.
• Faster recovery: When the nervous system relaxes, muscles repair and adapt more efficiently.
• Better connection: Consistent, low-stress handling builds confidence and willingness.

Addressing both the body and the nervous system produces more consistent performance, smoother transitions, and a horse that’s mentally available to do the job.

Bodywork isn’t about pampering - it’s a tool for precision, recovery, and longevity in performance horses.

🏆 Top horses don’t just train hard - they’re maintained properly.Minor misalignments in the pelvis, shoulders, or poll c...
10/10/2025

🏆 Top horses don’t just train hard - they’re maintained properly.

Minor misalignments in the pelvis, shoulders, or poll can lead to:
⚠️ Stiffness through the ribcage
⚠️ Bracing in transitions
⚠️ Slower response and reduced agility

My sessions correct these imbalances before they turn into injuries or poor performances. You’ll often see:
🔹 Improved stop and rollback mechanics
🔹 Smoother, more adjustable circles
🔹 Happier, more willing horses

Regular bodywork is part of serious performance prep - just like shoeing, feeding, or fitness.

⭐ Every Point Matters at Battle on the BidgeeDry work, wet work, cattle, and those big cross-country jumps. Every phase ...
07/10/2025

⭐ Every Point Matters at Battle on the Bidgee

Dry work, wet work, cattle, and those big cross-country jumps. Every phase tests your horse differently - but one sore spot shows up everywhere.

If your horse is:

Heavy on the front

Bracing in the turns

Losing the cow in the wet work

Struggling to stay straight and confident over jumps

…it could be more than training. Tight muscles and restrictions hold them back when you need them sharpest.

Bodywork helps them:
✔️ Stay soft and adjustable in the dry work
✔️ Track a cow sweetly
✔️ Tackle jumps with better balance and scope

📍Available at the event - limited spots
💬 DM to book or find me in the yards

Because in a challenge this tough, every point matters.

🧠 Bodywork = BrainworkYour horse after bodywork:💭 “I can bend, I can stop, I can fly"You riding your horse after bodywor...
05/10/2025

🧠 Bodywork = Brainwork
Your horse after bodywork:
💭 “I can bend, I can stop, I can fly"
You riding your horse after bodywork:
💭 “Why didn’t I do this three competitions ago?”

Turns out a free-moving horse makes your job easier. Who knew?

🎩💥 Battle on the Bidgee 💥🎩This year I’ll be wearing a few hats - judge, draft competitor, sponsor… and bodyworker.If you...
03/10/2025

🎩💥 Battle on the Bidgee 💥🎩

This year I’ll be wearing a few hats - judge, draft competitor, sponsor… and bodyworker.

If your horse:
• Pulls up a bit sore after cross country
• Doesn’t feel quite right in the dry work
• Has a stumble in the wet work

…I’ll have my hands ready to help. No gear, no gadgets - just hands-on treatment to keep your horse feeling their best.

👉 Find me over the weekend or send me a message to book a time.

💪 Muscles do more than move your horse - they protect joints, stabilise posture & absorb shock.When they get tight or so...
25/09/2025

💪 Muscles do more than move your horse - they protect joints, stabilise posture & absorb shock.
When they get tight or sore, the strain shifts into joints & tendons, leading to stiffness, uneven movement & even shortening their working life.

🌿 Why muscle care matters:
• Prevents age-related stiffness 🐴
• Reduces unnecessary strain on joints ⚖️
• Keeps movement balanced & efficient 🌀
• Promotes comfort & relaxation 😌

✨ Massage benefits:
✅ Boosts circulation → delivers oxygen & nutrients
✅ Improves flexibility → full, free range of motion
✅ Reduces scar tissue build-up → keeps muscles elastic
✅ Releases tension → prevents compensatory patterns

🙌 Simple things you can do:
• Gentle cool-down strokes after a ride
• Safe stretches (never force)
• Watch for changes in stride, posture or willingness

👉 Just 10 minutes a few times a week can make a big difference in keeping your horse comfortable, supple & ready to perform.

📞 Give your horse the care they deserve - send me a message, book a session, or call today!

👀 Ever watch me work on your horse and think, “I could do that”?Well… you actually can.You don’t need a PhD in horse mus...
23/09/2025

👀 Ever watch me work on your horse and think, “I could do that”?
Well… you actually can.

You don’t need a PhD in horse muscles to help your horse feel better between visits. With the Bodywork That Works online course, you’ll learn simple, safe techniques straight from the same mentor I trained with (25+ years in the game).

In just six weeks you’ll pick up skills to:
1️⃣ Ease muscle tension
2️⃣ Keep your horse more comfortable and performing well
3️⃣ Top them up between professional sessions (like stretching out the kinks before I’m back)
4️⃣ Grow your connection without spending hours buried in textbooks

👉 Whether you’re curious about a career in bodywork or just want to keep your own horse ticking along, this is a solid place to start.

Check it out here: https://equiphoria.podia.com/bodywork-that-works/pfxu6

Variable Feeding Positions for Horses - Why It Matters 🐴🌿Feeding horses at different heights - like from trees, raised h...
20/09/2025

Variable Feeding Positions for Horses - Why It Matters 🐴🌿

Feeding horses at different heights - like from trees, raised haynets, or on sloped ground - encourages natural movement and a greater range of motion. This helps improve posture, spinal mobility, muscle balance, and even hoof and dental health. 🦴✨

In contrast, domestic horses often eat only from the ground in flat paddocks, which can contribute to stiffness, uneven wear, and asymmetry. ⚠️

By offering variety - such as high haynets, feeding on slopes, or placing hay in different areas - you’re giving your horse a form of passive physio that supports overall soundness, rehab, and performance. 💪🌟

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Hello horse lovers, owners, riders and trainers,

I’ve always had horses in my life one way or another, and as I grew older and realised I needed to care more for my own body, I decided the same applied to my horses. As owners, trainers and riders, we want to know that our horse is able to perform at his best, with no discomfort or pain present.

I believe that to perform at their best, our horses as athletes need to be in top shape. You know your horse, and you know when he just isn’t right. Regular massage will assist the muscles to remain supple and elastic, and non-invasive alignments will ensure he can function to his full potential.

Whether you aim to perform at the top of your chosen sport, or want to be safe and happy on the trails with your horse, I can work with you to make that happen!