This week, we sit down with Andrew Philbrick to talk about "social license to operate" in the horse world. What does this practically mean in the wake of recent scandals for the future of equine sports?  Before we dive into this week’s interview with Andrew around social license to operate, the Katie Prudent scandal and what it all means for the future of the equestrian community, I want to note that we recorded this episode before the Cesar Parra video came out. Andrew and I both want to emphasize that we are vehemently against horse or rider abuse of any kind, and that we hope this conversation gives you insight to how we can do our part as individuals and as a community to move forward and protect our horses and our sport. Andrew Philbrick has a long and storied career riding professionally at a high level for over 25 years. Andrew is the owner of Hunter Farms & Princeton Show Jumping and splits his time between Princeton, NJ and Wellington, FL. You can find more information about him and Hunter Farms at www.hunterfarms.us   For more graphics, video explanations, and behind-the-scenes bites, give us a follow @NoBucksGivenPodcast on Instagram. This episode was executive-produced by Maija Liisa Luttinger and Allie Watson Bayne. Special thanks to our editor and sound mixer, David Dalton of Driftwork Sound. This podcast is brought to you by Freely Forward Bodywork. Our mission at Freely Forward Bodywork is to make equine bodywork accessible to any horse, no matter where you are in the world. If you are interested in learning more about my online catalog of courses designed to help you bond with your horse through the art of massage, give me a follow on Instagram @freelyforwardbodywork or click this link to check them out yourself! www.freelyforwardbodywork.com

You’ve probably heard the phrase “no hoof, no horse” but let’s breakdown the science behind the biomechanics of equine locomotion of the legs and the feet with one of the top leaders in equine biomechanics, Dr Hilary Clayton. Today, we'll talk about how the hoof and horse's limbs move and react to different types of footing. Learn what kind of footing is best to train in to give them an advantage in any riding discipline and keep them sound and comfortable for years to come!   Listeners, this week I have a special offer on my flagship course, Equine Massage 101, which will teach you how to help your horse through the art of myofascial release. Learn easy techniques to help your horse feel their absolute best! Listen to get the code for 10% off your purchase and learn more here: https://freelyforwardbodywork.mykajabi.com/offers/zpbZ3xQz/checkout   Dr. Hilary Clayton is one of those multi-talented individuals: rider, vet, author, researcher, and clinician Dr Clayton is known internationally for her ongoing contribution to the understanding of equine biomechanics particularly relating to performance and conditioning. Dr. Clayton’s targeted studies in bitting, saddle fit biometrics, kinematics and kinetics, and locomotion have provided valuable insight into the mechanics of equine sports, the interaction between rider and horse, and the effects of various rehabilitation techniques. She has published seven books and more than 200 scientific articles on these topics.  Learn more about Dr. Hilary's work here: https://thehorse.com/1author/hilary-m-clayton-bvms-phd/   For more graphics, video explanations, and behind-the-scenes bites, give us a follow @NoBucksGivenPodcast on Instagram.   This episode was executive-produced by Maija Liisa Luttinger and Allie Watson Bayne. Special thanks to our editor and sound mixer, David Dalton of Driftwork Sound. This podcast is brought to you by Freely Forward Bodywork. Our mission at Freely Forward Bodywork is to make equine bodywork accessible to any horse, no matter where you are in the world. If you are interested in learning more about my online catalog of courses designed to help you bond with your horse through the art of massage, give me a follow on Instagram @freelyforwardbodywork or click this link to check them out yourself! www.freelyforwardbodywork.com      

Today we sit down with our friend with Melissa Gallagher and Michael Kilmke to talk about equine welfare in competitive equestrian sports. We dig deep into how we should define welfare in the first place and what changes should be made (or perhaps even old traditions that should be revisited) to get back to what matters most: the well being of the horse in these competitive environments.   Michael has been one of Germany’s top dressage riders since the early 90’s, even though he has never been on the team for a World Championship or an Olympic Games. His European Championship titles are long way back and were won in the late 80’s when he was a young rider. Until 2002 Michael was a member of the B-squad. He achieved his greatest success with White Foot, including winning the national championship in 2000.   Michael began riding when he was a little boy. He also played hand ball for a local club in Münster, but at the age of 16 he decided to focus on his riding. He once confessed jokingly, that ‘he didn’t have a choice.’ His most important trainer was his father, Dr Rainer Klimke but he also trained with Ralf Isselhorst, Albert Stecken, Paul Stecken, Siegfried Peilicke, Harry Boldt, Klaus Balkenhol and Herbert Kuckluck   After his father’s death in 1999 Michael joined his law firm, Dr Klimke and Partners, and continues to work there as a senior partner for, specialising in equestrian legal issues.   or more graphics, video explanations, and behind-the-scenes bites, give us a follow @NoBucksGivenPodcast on Instagram.       This episode was executive-produced by Maija Liisa Luttinger and Allie Watson Bayne. Special thanks to our editor and sound mixer, David Dalton of Driftwork Sound.       This podcast is brought to you by Freely Forward Bodywork. Our mission at Freely Forward Bodywork is to make equine bodywork accessible to any horse, no matter where you are in the world. If you are interested in learning more about my online catalog of courses designed to help you bond with your horse through the art of massage, give me a follow on Instagram @freelyforwardbodywork or click this link to check them out yourself! www.freelyforwardbodywork.com

This week, Maija and fellow equine massage therapist, Brittany Gray of Grayscale Equine sit back down to discuss what their first year building their respective bodyworking businesses looked like and how you can do it too! If you want to grow and scale your business while making a lasting impact on the horses you work with, don't miss this episode!   In other news: did you know that MOST horses experience some level of back pain?   Be sure to check out our latest mini course - BACK IN BALANCE - which teaches equestrians to learn how to identify pain through palpation, treat it with massage techniques and prevent it from occuring again, all in easy, bite sized lessons you can watch at home, on your own time. Back in Balance is currently on SALE for $55 but don't miss out because the price is going up to $79 on February 1st! Get more information on Back in Balance here: https://freelyforwardbodywork.mykajabi.com/offers/EhvsUVFF For more graphics, video explanations, and behind-the-scenes bites, give us a follow @NoBucksGivenPodcast on Instagram. This episode was executive-produced by Maija Liisa Luttinger and Allie Watson Bayne. Special thanks to our editor and sound mixer, David Dalton of Driftwork Sound. This podcast is brought to you by Freely Forward Bodywork. Our mission at Freely Forward Bodywork is to make equine bodywork accessible to any horse, no matter where you are in the world. If you are interested in learning more about my online catalog of courses designed to help you bond with your horse through the art of massage, give me a follow on Instagram @freelyforwardbodywork or click this link to check them out yourself! www.freelyforwardbodywork.com

As an equine massage therapist, a question I am asked ALOT is if massage guns and their use on horses is safe or beneficial. The answer is a bit more complicated than you'd think! This week we dive into the science of massage guns and how best to approach using them on your horses! Join me and my best friend and amateur equestrian, Laura Adriaanse, as we break down the benefits of this tool!    In other news: did you know that MOST horses experience some level of back pain? Be sure to check out our latest mini course - BACK IN BALANCE - which teaches equestrians to learn how to identify pain through palpation, treat it with massage techniques and prevent it from occuring again, all in easy, bite sized lessons you can watch at home, on your own time.    Back in Balance is currently on SALE for $55 but don't miss out because the price is going up to $79 on February 1st!    Get more information on Back in Balance here: https://freelyforwardbodywork.mykajabi.com/offers/EhvsUVFF   For more graphics, video explanations, and behind-the-scenes bites, give us a follow @NoBucksGivenPodcast on Instagram. This episode was executive-produced by Maija Liisa Luttinger and Allie Watson Bayne. Special thanks to our editor and sound mixer, David Dalton of Driftwork Sound. This podcast is brought to you by Freely Forward Bodywork. Our mission at Freely Forward Bodywork is to make equine bodywork accessible to any horse, no matter where you are in the world. If you are interested in learning more about my online catalog of courses designed to help you bond with your horse through the art of massage, give me a follow on Instagram @freelyforwardbodywork or click this link to check them out yourself! www.freelyforwardbodywork.com  

This week, we sit down with Tori Kager who has a long history working with off-the-track thoroughbreds (OTTB's) and helping them learn to have successful second careers. Tori's horses all have had their own unique set of behavioral issues, cognitive issues and catastrophic injuries BUT despite all of those hurdles, Tori was able to work with each of these horses to rise up the levels in eventing and dressage.    Listen in as we talk through Tori's journey, from producing these horses herself, winning her USDF Silver Medal in dressage, proactive management of ulcers, hoof care for high-low feet, dealing with kissing spine and residual body soreness from their previous careers, as well as corrective exercises and therapies that have helped keep her horses comfortable and sound along the way!    For more graphics, video explanations, and behind-the-scenes bites, give us a follow @NoBucksGivenPodcast on Instagram.   This episode was executive-produced by Maija Liisa Luttinger and Allie Watson Bayne. Special thanks to our editor and sound mixer, David Dalton of Driftwork Sound.   This podcast is brought to you by Freely Forward Bodywork. Our mission at Freely Forward Bodywork is to make equine bodywork accessible to any horse, no matter where you are in the world. If you are interested in learning more about my online catalog of courses designed to help you bond with your horse through the art of massage, give me a follow on Instagram @freelyforwardbodywork or click this link to check them out yourself! www.freelyforwardbodywork.com

Join Maija and Dr. Chuck Arensberg to dicsuss the anatomical development of young horses and the effects of training (or not training) at a young age will have on the horse for the rest of its life.   Studies discussed in the episode today:   Training Young Horses: The Science Behind the Benefits: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7916178/   For more graphics, video explanations, and behind-the-scenes bites, give us a follow @NoBucksGivenPodcast on Instagram.   This episode was executive-produced by Maija Liisa Luttinger and Allie Watson Bayne. Special thanks to our editor and sound mixer, David Dalton of Driftwork Sound.   This podcast is brought to you by Freely Forward Bodywork. Our mission at Freely Forward Bodywork is to make equine bodywork accessible to any horse, no matter where you are in the world. If you are interested in learning more about my online catalog of courses designed to help you bond with your horse through the art of massage, give me a follow on Instagram @freelyforwardbodywork or click this link to check them out yourself! www.freelyforwardbodywork.com

Happy New Year! This week, sit down with Maija of Freely Forward Bodywork and Brittany Gray of Gray Scale Equine as they chat through the process of becoming an equine bodyworker. If you are an asipiring equine bodyworker, you'll learn what having a career as a bodyworker is really like, what you need to know before getting into it from both a business and legal perspective and the intial steps to take to get started!   For more graphics, video explanations, and behind-the-scenes bites, give us a follow @NoBucksGivenPodcast on Instagram.   This episode was executive-produced by Maija Liisa Luttinger and Allie Watson Bayne. Special thanks to our editor and sound mixer, David Dalton of Driftwork Sound.   This podcast is brought to you by Freely Forward Bodywork. Our mission at Freely Forward Bodywork is to make equine bodywork accessible to any horse, no matter where you are in the world. If you are interested in learning more about my online catalog of courses designed to help you bond with your horse through the art of massage, give me a follow on Instagram @freelyforwardbodywork or click this link to check them out yourself! www.freelyforwardbodywork.com

This week, we're back with Equine Emotion Specialist and trainer, Melissa Gallagher of Collective Roots Dressage to talk about reading equine emotion and understanding what they are trying to tell us. Learn how you can better read and interpret your horse's emotional responses to protect their emotional well being. Did you know: Nearly all working horses have some level of muscle soreness. If you're looking for a last-minute gift for yourself or the educated equestrian in your life, check out our holiday sale on our latest mini course - EASY EQUINE MASSAGE! In EASY EQUINE MASSAGE, you'll learn my top five essential and highly effective myofascial release techniques that will change your relationship with your horse!  These easy massage techniques are applicable to ANY HORSE no matter what discipline you ride and will keep your horses comfortable and sound for years to come.  These techniques are easy and can be done at home, on your own time, for less than what you'd spend at the tack store!  Your horse will love you for it! Easy Equine Massage is currently on sale for $45 through Christmas Eve. Shop now at freelyforwardbodywork.com   For more graphics, video explanations, and behind-the-scenes bites, give us a follow @NoBucksGivenPodcast on Instagram. This episode was executive-produced by Maija Liisa Luttinger and Allie Watson Bayne. Special thanks to our editor and sound mixer, David Dalton of Driftwork Sound. This podcast is brought to you by Freely Forward Bodywork. Our mission at Freely Forward Bodywork is to make equine bodywork accessible to any horse, no matter where you are in the world. If you are interested in learning more about my online catalog of courses designed to help you bond with your horse through the art of massage, give me a follow on Instagram @freelyforwardbodywork or click this link to check them out yourself! www.freelyforwardbodywork.com

PULSE PEMF practitioner Jen Bottalico is back on the pod as she and Maija dive into how they built successful businesses with PEMF and give advice on how to find mentorship when you're getting started building your business. For more information on PULSE PEMF, please contact  Jennifer Bottalico [email protected]  https://www.pulsepemf.com/jennifer-bottalico/ *Use referral code: Maija Luttinger    To schedule a time to meet with Jen set a time on Calendly:   https://calendly.com/jenpulsepemf/30min * Please mention this episode when you schedule your call to learn more about our FREE gift!   Visit Maija's Landing page for additional information:  https://www.pulsepemf.com/freely-forward-bodywork/   For more graphics, video explanations, and behind-the-scenes bites, give us a follow @NoBucksGivenPodcast on Instagram. This episode was executive-produced by Maija Liisa Luttinger and Allie Watson Bayne. Special thanks to our editor and sound mixer, David Dalton of Driftwork Sound. This podcast is brought to you by Freely Forward Bodywork. Our mission at Freely Forward Bodywork is to make equine bodywork accessible to any horse, no matter where you are in the world. If you are interested in learning more about my online catalog of courses designed to help you bond with your horse through the art of massage, give me a follow on Instagram @freelyforwardbodywork or click this link to check them out yourself! www.freelyforwardbodywork.com