The Pony Horse Paradox
I was watching the news the other day and they were talking about the poor air quality caused by wildfires. The news team decided to go to Hastings Racecourse to see how the horses were fairing since...
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Recognizing the Limit
You’re in the saddle for your daily hack, when you start to hear the grating noise of your horse grinding its teeth against the bit. You try several times to change the rein pressure and alleviate the...
View ArticleWhat Your Horse Is Trying to Tell You While Tacking Up
#MasterclassMonday is a collaboration between Horse Network and NOELLEFLOYD.com to empower equestrians. Every Monday we’ll bring you a new lesson from a leading trainer or professional to help you...
View ArticleRatcatcher of Yore
Ratcatcher. What a great word. As always, this word said in the general public would conjure up a very different image than if the word was spoken at a horse show. From what I’m able to ascertain when...
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Six Things Horses Value in a Rider
We riders often have laundry lists of the qualities we value in horses. These can be general, like most competitors wanting athletes in their barns, and they can be specific, as in the rider who...
View ArticleFlexor Muscles vs. Extensor Muscles
Carolyn Cohen is an equine bodyworker, biomechanics expert, and independent tack fitter who founded her company, CC fits, in 2018. Her Equestrian Masterclass, Equine Biomechanics and Bodywork 101,...
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Hippomaniac Hippophiles
I’m a hippomaniac and a hippophile. You are as well, and I know this because I’m writing about it, and you are reading about it. It means we are excessively fond of horses, and there is no denying...
View ArticleDesperate to Win or Determined to Win?
What is the difference between being desperate to win versus determined to win? The difference is losing or winning in the ring. Yes, it is THAT key. I sent a text to one of my junior rider clients...
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Default to Truth
Human beings are hardwired to be bad lie detectors when it comes to strangers. You may think, Pfft, not me. I’m excellent at spotting a liar. And you’d be wrong. Even those trained in advanced lie...
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Equine Massage Techniques You Can Start At Home
Carolyn Cohen is an equine bodyworker, biomechanics expert, and independent tack fitter who founded her company, CC fits, in 2018. Her Equestrian Masterclass, Equine Biomechanics and Bodywork 101,...
View ArticleThe Money Series: 3 Finance Tips for More Profit in Your Equestrian Business
What separates a business from a hobby or passion project? Easy: a business is designed to turn a profit. Your equestrian business is no different, no matter if you’re trying to make an extra $500 a...
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Three Stretches to Improve Your Horses Head and Neck Mobility
Carolyn Cohen is an equine bodyworker, biomechanics expert, and independent tack fitter who founded her company, CC fits, in 2018. Her Equestrian Masterclass, Equine Biomechanics and Bodywork 101,...
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From the Neck Up
Three terms plucked from my dwindling list of topics. I’m running with the theme of, well, from the neck up. The Old Four-in-hand Necktie Knot When we hear the term four-in-hand, we think of four...
View ArticleWhat Is Body Control and Why Does it Matter?
#MasterclassMonday is a collaboration between Horse Network and NOELLEFLOYD.com to empower equestrians to help troubleshoot your training, master your mindset and up your game. This month’s...
View ArticleOur Spirit Animal
To me, horses have always symbolized life, love and friendship, because that is what they’ve brought me. However, they’ve also brought me vet bills, bruises and heartache, but that’s horses for ya....
View ArticleNo Stirrup November? Try This Instead
#MasterclassMonday is a collaboration between Horse Network and NOELLEFLOYD.com to empower equestrians to help troubleshoot your training, master your mindset and up your game. This month’s...
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Lady Godiva
For as long as I can remember I have known the line, “Lady Godiva is a freedom rider.” I say it from time to time, but for the life of me, right now, I can’t think of one occasion where that might be...
View ArticleStrong Core, Still Leg, Soft Hands, But How?
#MasterclassMonday is a collaboration between Horse Network and NOELLEFLOYD.com to empower equestrians to help troubleshoot your training, master your mindset and up your game. This month’s...
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The History of Horse Trailers
When I was sixteen and first learning how to drive a truck and trailer my mom was my educator, for better or worse. Driving straight ahead, as you know, is uncomplicated, it’s the backing up part that...
View ArticleJump Names Demystified
This idea was given to me by one of my adoring fans. Can I say that? “I have adoring fans.” It’s a stretch really, it was a Facebook friend and only a fan out of obligation, but I don’t like to split...
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