This Equestrian Life
by This Equestrian Life
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Episode 63 Fitness, Fatigue & Female Health with Dr Jenni Douglas
Episode 63 Fitness, Fatigue & Female Health with Dr Jenni Douglas
About this podcast
From Miri Hackett (Hackett Equine) and Rhiannon Davies (Riding With Rhi) comes a brand new podcast dedicated to all things equestrian life.
Join our weekly chats where we discuss everything from training and mental health to our weekly horse-shaped mishaps - all from the perspective of a professional rider and hobby rider.
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- Episode 63 Fitness, Fatigue & Female Health with Dr Jenni Douglas · 1 h 44 min · Episode 64Season 7, Episode 2 and this week, we're joined by Dr Jenni Douglas, an exercise physiologist and equestrian sports science researcher, to explore the science behind becoming a…
- Episode 62 We're back! Season 7, Episode 1... A Catch Up with Miri and Rhi · 1 h 16 min · Episode 63And just like that... we're back! Season 7, wow. Thank you guys so much for supporting us on this pod-journey. We really can't believe we're on to Season 7. We've met such…
- Episode 61 The Season Finale! Answering Your Questions, Truthfully · 1 h 38 min · Episode 62The season finale of season SIX! Who can believe it? 61 episodes of This Equestrian Life. WOW. We're having an absolute blast, and we really hope you are too. In this episode, we…
- Episode 60 The Safety Advice All Equestrians Should Hear with Claire Williams, BETA · 1 h 12 min · Episode 61This week, Miri and Rhi are joined by Claire Williams of BETA. They discuss everything from the true safety of 'safety stirrups' to the difference between back and body…
- Episode 59 Born Into Dressage: Growing Up at the Top of the Sport with Ruby Hughes · 1 h 29 min · Episode 60This week, Miri and Rhi are joined by 18-year-old international dressage rider Ruby Hughes. Having already represented Great Britain at five European Championships, Ruby shares…
- Episode 58 Rider Fitness with Wellington-Based Coach, Jack LaTorre · 1 h 16 min · Episode 59This week, Miri and Rhi are joined by Jack LaTorre of Equibody Fitness. Jack is based in Wellington, Florida and coaches equestrians on bettering their health and fitness. They…
- Episode 57 Equine Nutrition, with Ellen Lincoln, Simple Systems Horse Feeds · 1 h 21 min · Episode 58If you're curious about equine nutrition, or you'd like to know if you're feeding your horse what they actually need, this episode is for you! Welcome if you're new here. In this…
- Episode 56 Confidence, Comfort & Competition with Miri and Rhi · 1 h 11 min · Episode 56This week, Miri and Rhi sit down for a catch-up on the latest updates with their horses and reflect on the lessons they've learned along the way. Miri's first fall, Rhi and…
- Episode 55 We're Quickly Running Out Of Options... with Claire Shand, Westgate Labs · 1 h 37 min · Episode 55Parasites are something every horse owner has to think about, but are we paying enough attention to the growing issue of resistance? In this episode of This Equestrian Life, Miri…
- Episode 54 Is Bravery Ruining Equestrian Sport? With Connie Colfox · 1 h 18 min · Episode 54This week, positive reinforcement specialist trainer, Connie Colfox joins Miri and Rhi to explore a different way of thinking about confidence, bravery and horse training. We…
- Episode 53 Do Sustainable Horse Care Products Actually Work? With Zoe Kiff, Honest Riders · 1 h 19 min · Episode 53Welcome back! Season 6, Episode 2. This week, we're joined by the wonderful Zoe Kiff, founder of Honest Riders. Zoe discusses her career, moving, life-lessons and making…
- Episode 52 The Truth About Harmony in Competitive Dressage with Rochelle King-Andrews · 1 h 51 min · Episode 52Season 6... can you believe it! We're so excited to be back with a series booked up with incredible guests. Today, we kick start with winning FEI Grand Prix Trainer and rider…
- Episode 51 A 30-Day Adventure on Horseback: Clare Dyson's Story · 1 h 37 min · Episode 51Welcome to the season finale! Five whole seasons... can you believe it. In this episode we welcome the horseback adventurer, speaker, facilitator and guide, Clare Dyson who tells…
- Episode 50 Can Horses Help Restore Nature? With Rina Quinlan of Knepp · 1 h 40 min · Episode 50This episode is sponsored by: The Hoof School (use code TEL10 for a discount) Westgate Labs (use code EQLIFE10 for a discount) Follow the Pod on instagram here Follow Miri on…
- Episode 49 Badminton Recap, Vet Visits & Answering Your Questions: A Catch Up with Miri & Rhi · 1 h 2 min · Episode 49Welcome back to This Equestrian Life. This week Miri and I catch up just the two of us... a Badminton break-down, life updates, our thoughts around the top of the sport and we…
- Episode 48 Foot Luce Eventing: Becoming a Mum AND an Eventing Career... is it possible? · 1 h 24 min · Episode 48Welcome back to This Equestrian Life. This week we're joined by Lucy Robinson, who you may know online as Foot Luce Eventing. Lucy dives in to the aspects of life as an…
- Episode 47 Should Competing Be Made ‘easier’? A catch up with Miri & Rhi · 1 h 16 min · Episode 47A chatty catch up this week, we discussed horse news, Miri and Rhi discuss hacking confidence and why getting of is absolutely ok in their book if it goes a bit south. Here is…
- Episode 46 Track Livery for Rehab with Nic Barker · 1 h 1 min · Episode 46Fascinating to hear all about Rockley farm and what Nic so expertly does there with her rehab liveries. You can find the link here to her website. huge thanks to…
- Episode 45 Modern equine rehab with Gillian Tabor · 1 h 35 min · Episode 45This week, Hartpury University lecturer and vet physio of 20 years, Gillian Tabor, joins us on the podcast to discuss her work and modern approaches to rehab. Learn more about…
- Episode 44 Science, competing and disconnection - Miri and Rhi discuss · 1 h 20 min · Episode 44In Episode 44 Miri and Rhi brought some topics to the table. We got into a barefoot study, will Miri compete again? Rhi got a new saddle and are we disconnected from our horses?…
- Episode 43 Mia Rodley: The Woman Behind the UK's First Ever Bridleless Competition · 1 h 59 min · Episode 43Woweee, a very important conversation was had. So grateful to Mia for taking the time to tell us her story. Inspiring indeed. You can find Mia here and all the details that we…
- Episode 42 We’re back! Miri’s yard move, managing colic & catching up · 1 h 16 min · Episode 42We are officially back!! So good to be back in your ears every Wednesday at 6am. We have a very exciting season ahead and we cant wait to take you all along. Follow the Pod on…
- Episode 41 A Christmas Special! Reflections, Gift Guide and Goals for 2026 · 1 h 47 min · Episode 39In this episode, we had a proper catch up, we shared our biggest wins of 2025 and some things we are leaving behind. We shared a special gift guide too. It was great to have a…
- Episode 40 Horse Welfare: Perception, PR and Provocations at the top of the sport with Christine Bjerkan · 1 h 44 min · Episode 41Closing out season 4 with a wonderful conversation with Christine Bjerkan from Equerry co, we covered the bases from horse welfare to the perception of 5* sport. It was…
- Episode 39 The Life of a Police Horse: From Training to Retirement with The Horse Trust · 1 h 16 min · Episode 40Join us this week as we interview Russ from The Horse Trust, our season sponsor. We hear all about Russ's time in the Met Police and his work with some very special police…
- Episode 38 Being an equine vet (and why I stopped) with Holly Lenahan · 1 h 6 min · Episode 38In this episode, we are joined by Holly Lenahan, equine vet, showjumper and much loved equestrian content creator. Holly takes us through her journey to becoming an equine vet…
- Episode 37 Training with trust : The 6 Pillars of Soundness with Steffi Spielhaupter · 1 h 29 min · Episode 37This week we where joined by Steffi Spielhaupter and we discussed a very wide range of topics, from the ethics and the top of the sport to how we can all learn how to read our…
- Episode 36 Saddle fit secrets with Mandy Miller Olympus saddlery · 1 h 15 min · Episode 36We welcomed Mandy Miller to the podcast this week, Mandy has a wealth of knowledge and took the time to share some of that with us. You can connect with Mandy through her website…
- Episode 35 Hormones, Mindset and the Female Body with Maisie Hill · 1 h 46 min · Episode 35We welcomed Maisie Hill to the podcast this week. We spoke about all things women's health from periods to the menopause and everything in between. As a rider and hormone…
- Episode 34 - Katherine Schwarzenegger Pratt: The pony who inspired a book and a life with horses · 42 min · Episode 34For episode 34, New York Times bestselling author Katherine Schwarzenegger Pratt joins us to discusses the childhood of riding which inspired her latest children’s book, Kat And…
- Episode 33 From Self-Doubt to Self-Belief Harnessing your Mindset for Riding with Nicky Pennie · 1 h 14 min · Episode 33In this episode, we delve into the world of mindset coaching with Nicky Pennie, an empowerment coach who specialises in helping equestrians unlock their full potential. Discover…
- Episode 32 R+ and Consent based training with Hayley from BL Horsemanship · 1 h 15 min · Episode 32Welcome back to Season 4 of This Equestrian Life! In this episode, Rhi and Miri discuss their own recent updates - and have a very insightful chat with Hayley from BL…
- Episode 31 A Horse Abuse Tribunal, Rhi's Barefoot 'Dread' and a Blondie Update · 1 h 0 min · Episode 31Welcome back to Season 4 of This Equestrian Life! In this episode, Rhi and Miri discuss their own recent updates - including Rhi's musings on going barefoot and the dread it has…
- Episode 30 How to Be a Sustainable Equestrian with White Griffin · 1 h 19 min · Episode 30In the season finale of season 3 we where joined by the wonderful Ruth Dancer from our season sponsor White Griffin. We discussed the vital topic of how to be a sustainable…
- Episode 29 Coaching for Competition: A horse-first approach with Liz Eaton · 1 h 32 min · Episode 29Join us for an insightful episode with renowned coach Liz Eaton, as we explore her horse-first approach to competitive coaching. Liz, known for her "Equitation with Empathy"…
- Episode 28 Horses in film with Stunt Rider Liz DC stunts · 1 h 17 min · Episode 28Ever wondered what its like to work with horses in film and tv? wonder no more, in this episode we dive into life behind the scenes with Liz dc stunts. From jousting to crying in…
- Episode 27 From Eventing to Para Dressage: an interview with Jemima Green · 1 h 2 min · Episode 27Join us as we delve into the inspiring journey of Jemima Green, a former event rider who has transitioned into a Grade Two para dressage competitor. After a life-changing…
- Episode 26 Why I Left the Sport I Loved: Sasha Hargreaves on Eventing and Life Beyond · 1 h 1 min · Episode 26In this episode, we sit down with Sasha Hargreaves, a former professional eventer who recently made the bold decision to step away from the sport. Sasha shares her journey from…
- Episode 25 Managing land for horses (and wildlife) with Jane Myers’ Equicentral System · 1 h 10 min · Episode 25What if caring for your horses could also restore the land they live on? In this episode of This Equestrian Life, Jane Myers MSc introduces the Equicentral System, a sustainable…
- Episode 24 The truth about barefoot with Tom Broadbridge (Farrier) and Lily Wilson (Vet) · 1 h 38 min · Episode 24Barefoot farrier Tom Broadbridge (founder of Pioneer Hoof Protection) and returning guest holistic vet Lily Wilson (Nurturing Nature Equine) join Rhi and Miri to dive into a…
- Episode 23 Navigating Equestrian Business with Alice Benham · 1 h 9 min · Episode 23Join hosts Miriam Hackett and Rhiannon Davies as they dive into conversation with business strategist Alice Benham. Discover how Alice transitioned from leaving school early to…
- Episode 22 - Beyond Kissing Spines, the truth about equine back pain with Dr. Daniella Vansteenkiste · 1 h 19 min · Episode 22In this episode, Miri and Rhi are joined by Dr. Daniella Vansteenkiste, a board-certified veterinary neurologist based in the USA. We discuss back pain and kissing spine in…
- Episode 21 - Visiting Redwings: Ponies, Positive Reinforcement and the Power of the Masses · 1 h 16 min · Episode 21Welcome back to Season 3 of This Equestrian Life! We’ve missed you and we’ve been busy preparing for a jam-packed season. On this first episode, we head to Redwings in Norfolk…
- Episode 20 - Being an Equestrian Content Creator: Misconceptions, Money and finding your Mission · 1 h 22 min · Episode 20Dip behind the scenes with Miri and Rhi to hear the reality of being equestrian content creators. Opening up about the pressures and perks of sharing their lives online, they…
- Episode 19 - Fuelling the rider: gut health, glucose and getting breakfast right · 1 h 39 min · Episode 19In this episode, we dive into rider-specific nutrition with expert Ruth Sharif. From gut health to glucose crashes, we explore how what you eat affects your energy, focus and…
- Episode 18 - Equine nutrition with Clare McLeod - feed, forage and finding balance · 1 h 49 min · Episode 18Equine nutritionist Clare MacLeod joins the show to debunk common myths around feed, soya and sugar, emphasising science over scaremongering. She explains the importance of…
- Episode 17 - Riding a 14.2hh cob at Badminton Grassroots: an interview with Morven Ritchie · 1 h 2 min · Episode 17Morven shares her experience of completing Badminton Grassroots on her 20-year-old cob, reflecting on the inspiration and challenges of the sport. Miri and Rhi also delve into…
- Episode 16 - Loaning, leasing, letting go: Our honest take on horse sharing and retirement · 1 h 29 min · Episode 16Rhi and Miri unpack the many sides of horse loaning, part-loaning and retirement, offering practical advice and personal stories for anyone considering sharing a horse. They…
- Episode 15 - From Saddle Fit to Shampoo: our favourite equestrian products & services · 1 h 26 min · Episode 15Navigating equestrian products: In this episode, Miri and Rhi discuss some of their favourite equestrian products, covering aspects of tack, horse care and rider wear. The items…
- Episode 14 - Finding your people - loneliness, communities and coaches · 1 h 32 min · Episode 14In this episode, Miri and Rhi discuss their weeks (including Harley’s physio and a Duchess update!) and then dive into a discussion on loneliness, finding the right professionals…
