Host Mary Debono, Feldenkrais Method Practitioner, shares insightful stories and practical wisdom on the profound impact of cultivating flexibility of body and mind for horses and riders.
Mary describes real-life examples, showcasing how gentle, mindful movements can lead to remarkable changes...
Discover Effortless Riding: Exploring the Feldenkrais Method for Equestrians
Today, I'm excited to give you a sneak peek into a lesson from the free FeldenkraisⓇ for Rider series. This particular lesson is packed with benefits that extend beyond just your shoulders and upper back – it's a gateway t...
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Many of us move in ways that lead to injury, strain and pain. That's a recipe for resistance and frustration - for both you and your horse!Â
In this episode, you'll discover how to use the 4 pillars of healthy movement to improve your athletic ability and be a better partner for your horse. ...
I recently had the honor of being a guest on Karen Rohlf's Horse Training in Harmony podcast. Karen is an exceptional teacher and trainer and puts an emphasis on developing a relationship based on connection with your horse. Plus, she's a delightful person! I hope you enjoy our conversation.Â
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Did you know that YOU get to decide who you are?
Not your parents, teachers, siblings, friends, coworkers, or random people on the internet.Â
But most of us don’t realize that. We’ve let others shape us and decide who we are. We create our identities, often at a young age.Â
And these identit...
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Let's talk about how you can effortlessly improve your movement. And your horse's performance.Â
Many of us force ourselves into a straighter posture and endure uncomfortable stretches in an attempt to improve our position and flexibility. And we use that same mindset with our horses. We use o...
Many people who see me work with horses assume I’m doing a gentle form of equine massage. And I can’t blame them. They see me touching a horse, who is usually quite relaxed and happy. When I explain to the onlookers that I’m not an equine massage, but a practitioner of the Feldenkrais MethodⓇ, I’m o...
Understanding and Addressing Back Pain in Horses and Riders
 Back pain and stiffness is a very common problem for horses and humans alike. And there's often a common reason why your back - or your horse's back - gets stiff and sore.
 In this podcast episode, I explain what that reason is an
...Want to move with greater ease AND feel happier too? You're in luck! Feldenkrais Method movement lessons not only help improve posture, flexibility and balance, but may help you cultivate greater happiness, optimism and wellbeing too.
In this episode, Mary explains how doing Feldenkrais movem...
In this episode, I'll share key elements that you ca
You've probably have heard that if you want to improve, you have to push beyond your comfort zone. You're encouraged to go to your maximum, to develop more willpower.Â
But is that approach REALLY serving you?
In this episode, learn when it's more effective to stay WITHIN your range of ease and...
Did you know that you can improve your movement simply by changing the very beginning of a movement? You can develop better body awareness and improve your coordination simply by pausing and changing the very BEGINNING of a movement.Â
This applies to any movement that you do, including riding, l...
