Just because a horse is aging doesn’t mean their athletic career is over. But keeping senior athletes performing well takes a different approach.In this episode of The Soundness Check, Dr. Michelle Correia (horse + human physio) and Dr. Rachel Buchholz (equine sports medicine vet) talk about what it takes to keep aging horses sound, strong, and happy in their work. From managing joint health and medical histories- to adjusting conditioning programs and expectations- they share insights on how to support horses through each stage of their athletic lifespan.Because aging is inevitable—but decline doesn’t have to be.

Hidden Causes of Poor Performance in the Equine Athlete

Equestrian sport performance isn’t just about the horse—or the rider. It’s about both.And it takes a team to support them as athletes.Hosted by Dr. Michelle Correia, a horse and human rehab specialist, and Dr. Rachel Buchholz, an equine sports medicine veterinarian, The Soundness Check delivers straight-talk conversations at the intersection of veterinary care, rider health, and sports performance.Each episode explores a different side of equestrian and equine sports medicine. Topics range from conditioning and injury prevention to biomechanics, rehab strategies, and balancing competitive equestrian life. With stories from the barn and the clinic, plus a touch of humor, this podcast blends science with real-world experience—making performance insights approachable and directly useful for riders, trainers, and equine professionals.Because when horse and rider are supported as athletes - both feel better and perform better.👉 Subscribe now and join us for a smarter, stronger ride.