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THE UNIQUE DYNAMIC CORE MUSCULATURE CONDITIONING SYSTEM FOR HORSES Core musculature stabilises the horse’s back in movement.

Core strength helps to prevent the development of back pain and injuries. The Equiband™ system has been designed specifically to stimulate receptors in the horse’s skin and hair follicles. In response to this stimulation, the abdominal, oblique, sublumbar and deep neck and back muscles are activated. These muscles stabilise the spine, and engage the hindquarters during movement. Regular use of the

Equiband™ system strengthens this core musculature, making it easier for the horse to work with an optimal posture, which reduces the risk of pain and injury due to hollowing or instability of the joints in the neck and the back. The Equiband™ system (est. 2011) is a completely unique design that promotes continuous core activation during ridden, lungeing, or in-hand exercise. It is suggested for use with a programme of ground-based core activation and strengthening techniques, and only with veterinary and/or licensed therapist guidance.

30/06/2025

We have some new horse + rider partnerships who are following us here, so please let us reintroduce ourselves! How did you hear about the Equiband Pro System? Or, if you’ve been here for a while, tell us your story below!

📸 The beautiful HSH Blake, partner to

23/06/2025

No matter where you are in your Equiband journey, it is SO satisfying to track your progress, and then look back in 1 month, 3 months, etc. to see how far you and your partner have come! This only takes 3-5 minutes to do after your ride. Try habit stacking: After you untack your horse, pull out your ‘notes’ app, and make an entry! Don’t overthink it, celebrate your horse and your ride, note if anything stood out to you, and keep going!💪

09/06/2025

Statistics on the number of injuries per year in performance horses vary, but an average conservative estimate is that 50% of horses will experience a soft tissue or spinal injury that will impact their career. *Especially if the horse is turned out for LESS than 12 hours per day. And let’s be honest - that’s pretty challenging in today’s world given the land available, schedules, etc.

➡️ *Read More: (Reilly et al., 2021) 143 Incidence of Soft Tissue Injury and Hours of Daily Paddock Turnout in Non-Elite Performance Horses

The Equiband Pro System is here to help! Many use the Equiband system in rehabilitation protocols, and it is AMAZING for this use-case. But, perhaps even more importantly, it can be a wonderful tool for Prehab!

Strengthening the core musculature is not just a “nice to have,” it is truly one of the most overlooked methods of preventing injury. The core is involved with the spinal column, in the movement of every limb, and much more.

Add the easy-to-use Equiband Pro System to your horse’s program today!

26/05/2025

🔑The golden rule of using the Equiband Pro System is: *Always stay in-tune with your horse!*

As a starting point, we created this sample 4-week training program for the average, healthy performance horse to get you started. Remember, adjust as needed to fit your horse’s needs, and of course, work with your veterinarian if your horse is recovering from injury or illness.

Reach out to us at [email protected] with any questions or concerns!

19/05/2025

We had a conversation with ChatGPT that was too good to not share! Has the Equiband Pro System helped you and your horse? We would love to hear your story! Comment below or send us a DM for a chance to be featured.👇

05/05/2025

No one does it like a mare, {or a woman}! Happy Mother’s Day (let’s celebrate all week, shall we?) to all the mamas out there - whether you mother a horse or a human or both, we’re sending you all the love and credit you deserve!💜🧡

28/04/2025

Did you know that every joint complex in your horse’s body is connected to its own core muscle stability system?

The mechanisms in your horse’s body are always trying to position the joints in the best possible way to move efficiently, comfortably, and optimally. These neural mechanisms either anticipate movement (feedforward) or provide a movement response based on external stimuli (feedback).

If both mechanisms are working, but the muscles are not sufficiently strong or unable to respond, the risk of injury and pain increases. It would be like you having a car, but no gas in it. You have the car, but you won’t be able to go anywhere, until you add the gas.

Similarly, if the muscles are strong, but the neural mechanisms (or the nervous system) are not firing accurately, it would be like having gas, but no car to fill it with.

For the horse, the central nervous system serves as the car, and the muscles (specifically the core!) are the gas.

Both neural mechanisms are equally important, which is why the Equiband Pro System is designed to help strengthen BOTH the neuromuscular pathways driving movement AND the core muscles that are oh so important for, well everything. 💪

14/04/2025

❌Compensatory movement patterns❌ Imagine for a minute that you sprained your ankle. This will change how you walk, because you will want to avoid the painful area. As a side effect, you would quickly become aware of other areas in your body that you do not normally think about! In the same way, if your horse has a part of the body that hurts or is weak, they may begin to brace or overuse other areas to compensate.

What begins as a protective mechanism can quickly become an issue, especially when chronic, because the motor control centre in the brain will begin to see this movement as “normal,” and then store this movement pattern as a new directive.

Over time, this compensatory movement pattern becomes the new normal, and different parts of the locomotor system are loaded unevenly, which can set up further musculoskeletal issues.

This is one reason why the Equiband Pro System was designed: To help retrain neuromuscular pathways for correct movement patterns. By providing consistent proprioceptive input during movement, the horse’s body AND brain learn how to move in a way that is dynamically stable.

We cannot forget about the brain and the nervous system when we discuss training the horse. That’s why we always recommend using the Equiband Pro System at least 2-3x per week. 😉 Tell us below what your training plans are this week!

07/04/2025

Let the shedding season games begin! 😅 A few tips if using the Equiband equipment gets a little hairy this time of year:

1- Rinse your Equibands off with water ONLY and let them dry before rolling them up to store.

2- Use a shedding blade on the back of your saddle pad to remove as much hair as possible, and then wash it with water.

3- If your horse’s shedding is especially intense, use a thin white saddle pad underneath your Equiband pad. This way you can easily wash the white pad as needed!

Stay safe out there, and whatever you do, don’t use chapstick before heading to the barn.😂

04/04/2025

Thank you, Animals In Motion aka AIM!

31/03/2025

It is so easy to forget, especially whilst riding, just how amazing and complex your horse’s spine really is!

The equine spine is specially designed for flexibility, strength, and weight-bearing. Every section of the spine plays a distinct role!

Let’s break it down:

1) Cervical Spine (📍The Neck: C1 to C7)
-Allows the horse to move its head up, down, and side to side
-Plays a key role in balance and posture
-Supports collection and correct engagement during ridden work

2) Thoracic Spine (📍The Withers to Mid-Back: T1 to T18)
-The wither region is not just a landmark for saddle placement, it is also acts as a fulcrum for movement
-Ribs attach to vertebrae in the thoracic region, forming the ribcage and protecting internal organs, as well as supporting spinal stability
-This region supports the weight of the rider, and absorbs shock during movement

3) Lumbar Spine (📍The Lower Back: L1 to L6)
-Connects the more rigid thoracic spine to the sacrum
-Plays a stabilizing role in collection and engagement of the hindquarters
-Not built for excessive weight-bearing, which is one reason why saddle placement is so important!

4) Sacral Spine (📍The Sacrum: S1 to S5)
-Fused bones in this region provide stability for the hindquarters, from where the horse generates power and stride length
-Transfers energy from the hind legs forward through the rest of the body
-Supports engagement and collection

5) Coccygeal Spine (📍The Tail)
-Controls tail movement, which horses use for expression, swatting flies, and balance
-Reveals body language and emotional cues!
✨Protect the Equine Spine✨

The horse’s body has no mistakes or accidents. Each part of the equine spine has to be functionally sound for injury prevention, performance, and overall wellness. After all, a balanced, pain-free back allows the horse to move correctly and comfortably!

You can probably guess that we are going to remind you that the Equiband Pro System has been proven to help strengthen and stabilize the spine. So, if you are already using the Equibands in your training program, know that you are doing a great thing for your horse’s back 😃

04/03/2025

We all have a specific image in our minds when we hear the term: “neurologic horse.” But what does that really mean and how do those issues occur? Most importantly, how can we HELP the neurological horse?

Our new blog (live on our website’s Library!), gives you all the details about this topic, including how the Equiband Pro System can assist in the rehabilitation process. As usual, these recommendations are supported by research, not just magical fairy dust. 😉 Link in bio!

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