Red Mare Equine Bodywork LLC

14/12/2024

Circulation and Kinesiology Tape:
In discussions surrounding kinesiology tape and bodywork, circulation will always be mentioned as a key benefit. As a bodyworker struggling with chronic joint pain, I have found kinesiology taping to be an extremely effective method of pain relief. Upon application, the tape induces a 'rebound' effect on the skin, creating a lifting motion that increases interstitial space within the tissues. This enhanced interstitial space leads to alleviated tension and increased circulation of blood and lymphatic fluid. In horses, the tape also facilitates communication to the nervous system through mechanoreceptors within the hair follicles. The interplay between muscular tension, decreased circulation, and nociceptor activation culminates in the sensation of pain. A wrist application on myself served as a great visual of this increased circulation. Despite the carpus joint's minimal muscular surroundings, fascial restrictions can occur, resulting in reduced blood flow and pain. The tape's ability to lift the skin and release fascial restrictions facilitated improved circulation, reduced nociceptor activity, and subsequent pain relief! Kinesiology tape also improves proprioception, reduces inflammation/swelling, provides support for joints and muscles, promotes healing and so much more!

07/12/2024

A chilly, yet productive day of horses!🤩 I will be accepting a few new clients in the New Year. Make 2025 your horses year!🥳
Benefits of bodywork?
✅Improve comfort
✅Relieve tension and restrictions
✅Increase circulation
✅Improve posture
✅Improve mental health

28/11/2024

I hope everyone has a wonderful Thanksgiving today. I have so much to be thankful for everyday🍁🦃🧡

22/11/2024

Dexter!💙 This handsome guy joined the RMEB family last month and had his second session yesterday. Dexter is full of personality and is starting to really enjoy his massages. His family is excited to see the difference bodywork makes for him!🐴🤩

20/11/2024

The holiday season is here! Gift certificates are available and make a wonderful present to your horse loving friends and family.🎁🎄🎄

Be sure to support your local and family owned businesses this holiday season!🎁

I will not be offering any black friday discounts/sales on services. As a small business owner, this is a difficult accommodation that large corporations have the luxury of offering. Often times business owners feel pressured into these tactics but our work and experience are valuable! We are not a cheap plastic item on a store shelf. We are professionals, entrepreneurs and skilled workers, that shall not be discounted.❤️

19/11/2024

Another fantastic weekend of dogs and learning! We are neck deep in anatomy over here😅🦴💪
Case studies are underway and I will be in contact with all pet parents of selected dogs soon. While I had a lot of interest in case study sessions, I had to narrow my selections down to flexibility and location as my schedule can be complicated. I greatly appreciate all of your trust and support so please take no hard feelings if your dog was not selected. I hope to have the opportunity to work with all the dogs in the future💗🐕

15/11/2024

Chances are, if you’ve seen me this month I’ve expressed my dislike for “No Stirrup November”! A great read to educate yourself a bit more on the effects we have on our horse’s body.

Every year on November 1st, riders around the world drop their stirrups and commit to the challenge of No-Stirrup November. The intention behind this initiative is to improve the seat and leg. But is committing to sore inner thighs for an entire month really worth the hype?

Riding without stirrups is a valuable tool for enhancing your seat, as long as it’s done correctly. However, just as with any physical training, you can’t jump from zero to a hundred overnight and the quality of the exercise is far more important than the quantity for your own body’s sake, but also for your horse’s!

The problem is that when pushing yourself to ride without stirrups beyond your ability, you will end up gripping with your thighs in an attempt to maintain balance. This will lead to tightness in your hips and rigidity in your lower back, making it impossible to achieve a supple seat. Not only does this have a detrimental effect on your own back health, but it affects your horse too...

Remember, a pliable seat is crucial for allowing your horse's back to oscillate and if you’re stiff through your pelvis, hips, and thighs, it will interfere with your horse's movement and overall comfort.
A sudden and drastic shift in your seat like this will result in tension in your horse’s body in an effort to compensate for your instability in the saddle.

So, rather than pulling the stirrups off of your saddle for the entire month of November, consider gradually increasing your tolerance for riding without stirrups throughout the year. Focus on strengthening your body and core, and work on your proprioception out of the saddle if you're looking to develop a better seat.

You can enhance your seat without risking your horse's comfort and health.

So let's rethink No-Stirrup November - Don’t be a pain in your horse's back!

05/11/2024

Such exciting news! Equipro Connect has been a staple for keeping business running smoothly. I’m pleased to see they’ll be bringing canines to their system as I expand into canines next year!

Good things take time, and these illustrations are worth the wait. Every muscle is drawn origin to insertion and individually layered. Chef's kiss 👩‍🍳💋 Shout out to our scientific illustrator who is knocking it out of the park yet again 👌👏

27/10/2024

The Fall colors are popping this week, so is business🍂 I had the pleasure of meeting 3 new horses this week in addition to 10 of my regulars!
I am tentatively fully booked for November🗓️ Don’t let that keep you from reaching out though. I am always eager to chat and accommodate additional horses when possible!🐴

11/10/2024

It’s been far too long since I’ve shared before and afters!
Both of these sweet horses are unfortunately battling back pain.👎 When horses develop hypertonicity and discomfort in the back their balance, posture, gait, etc is altered. When left unaddressed, we see them begin to develop compensatory patterns and the body continues in this cycle until we have chronic lameness and pain throughout the body.
Addressing issues early on is crucial to maintaining comfort and soundness, that’s why routine bodywork is best practice!🤩
Can you identify the difference in their posture??

03/10/2024

I had the pleasure of welcoming Kate and Amigo to the RMEB family today!
Kate may be 31 years old, but you would never know because she looks fantastic!😍 Her family aims to improve her overall comfort and longevity as she ages ever so gracefully. Amigo is only 4 years old and his family is setting him up for success as he begins his riding career!🤩

02/10/2024

I spent this past weekend in beautiful Virginia for my first canine bodywork workshop! Just the beginning of a fantastic journey, I feel so motivated and thankful for this opportunity. Truly living the dream!🥰🐕

30/09/2024

Happy Monday! I have sent out an important update email to all existing clients. Please take a moment to thoroughly review and contact me with any questions or apprehensions you may have. Thank you!🐴

22/09/2024

Kick off the fall season with the assurance that your horses are in top shape!🍂
Schedule their bodywork appointments today, and benefit from multiple weekday openings in October. Although weekends are fully booked until November, I can still place your request on a waitlist!🧡
Reach out with any questions and ensure your horse's appointment is scheduled efficiently!📲

15/09/2024

Welcoming a new red mare to the RMEB family! Congratulations to my fantastic clients on their purchase of Cinder!🤩
She enjoyed her first massage today, showing excellent releases. Setting this sweet, young mare up for success!💗

05/09/2024

Last call on Fall shirt orders!

Some of us may not want to admit it…but Fall is almost here!🍂🍁🎃
I am very thankful to now be working with a local small business to provide Red Mare apparel!