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🌎Empowering Equeatrians 🐎Bodyworker🧘🏼‍♀️ Rider Fitness
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Fully qualified McTimoney Animal Chiropractor & Sports Animal Massage therapist, providing clinics all over the United Kingdom. STOP, OBSERVE AND LISTEN TO YOUR ANIMALS

Having grown up around animals, it was no surprise that I dedicated years of study to enhance my knowledge and specialise in physical therapies. I have a Bachelor of Honours in Equine Sports Science with Psychology and a Masters

Distinction in McTimoney Animal Manipulation. I also have a diploma in Animal Sports Massage therapy, NVQ stage three and a BHS stage one and two. My background in horses started in pony club, competing competitively in Dressage, Show Jumping and Eventing, until I outgrew my pony and he had to be retired. I then spent three months at the British Racing School in Newmarket where I learnt about flat racing and from there worked for Trainers Richard Fahey and Brian Ellison riding as a professional jockey on the flat. From here I then travelled to Australia for a year working for Chris Waller, David Payne and Tony McEvoy specialising in track work. After completing my BSc I worked with Witheford Equine specialising in problem or "misunderstood" horses. It was here that I learnt about how horses communicate and the impact pain or discomfort has on behaviour and subsequent performance. I then spent 4 years in Oxfordshire working with Premier Pre Dressage, facilitating in equine rehabilitation cases and in schooling and competing livery horses. I was fortunate to competed Internationally in Dressage up to PSG on clients horses, representing GB for the MCI. During my time at Premier Pre I trained weekly with International Dressage rider Alice Hurley and every few months with Olympic Dressage Rider and Trainer Richard Davidson and feel that I can relate to clients from a ridden perspective. I treat every animal as an individual and take pride in providing a Holistic Service. My mission is to educate every owner and provide them with the tools to help their four legged friends through the ups and downs of training, competing and injury. Team work is vital for optimal performance and welfare, therefore I enjoy working part of a team of paraprofessionals (Vets, Farriers, Dentists, Saddlers and Other practitioners). I am fully insured with the MMA, AHRP and the technique of Chiropractic, McTimoney is also recognised by BEVA as one of its MusculoSkeletal Paraprofessionals. Prior to any treatment Veterinary Permission is required as part of the 1966 Veterinary Act. If you have any questions please contact me : https://forms.gle/RdZ29VpZ8LPzU6pk6
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20/08/2025

Huge well done Eve Bagley

17/08/2025

Weekend of fun and family ❤️

This week was all about Liverpool - Leeds horse clinics 🐎

This weekend my mom came over from Ireland! I haven’t seen her in over 8months 😬. Looking forward to a catching up and spending quality time.

14/08/2025

Stood in the stable, it was me, the owner and a big 16.3h warmblood gelding. It was like he was listening to what his owner was saying. His eyes were soft, relaxed, blinking every minute, his muzzle was relaxed, with a slight gap between the top and bottom. His head and neck in line with this withers, for a moment or two it looked like he was nodding.

Having not seen this horse in over 8 months, there was a lot to catch up on. Vet visits, rehab, physio, saddle refit, change of farrier and the difference in his posture was significant. I listened until the owner said “what do you think?” - I replied with, let’s see him move, let’s see the horse we have today.

After the assessment both statically and under saddle, I had a pretty clear picture of what I could do as part of his team to help improve his movement. The owner turned to me and said “he needs to canter before he really works over his back” - I replied with “ Is this the horse of today or the horse of yesterday?”

I know this is easier said than done. Owning a horse can be both financially and emotionally draining- which over time can take it toll on the story you tell people about your horse.

Imagine just for today, you walked into your horse’s stable with the only intention of how are you today?
Through a process of grooming, saddling up and getting on in the arena, you had no expectations, no worries or anticipation of he is going to be sound today? Is he going to be stiff? Yesterday he started really badly and then finished the session feeling relaxed.

I do this…. And have to catch my thoughts before I reach the yard. Because horses read our body language, they have this ability to understand how we feel, what we are thinking EVEN if we are lying to ourself.

I’d love to know your thoughts ⬇️ comment below or if you really want o be part of a safe, supportive community of like minded equestrian’s - join the Female Rider Code (link in my bio).

09/08/2025

First week back in the UK after 8 months 😬

3months getting away from the UK in the winter turned into an 8month journey treating horses and dogs around world 🌎

I’ve noticed a big shift in myself and all the wonderful humans this week…

Responsibility.

Before it was all about the horse. Was it the tack? Was it feed? The farrier? The Chiro? The teeth? The saddle?

All questions I still ask, however with any relationship, it takes two to tango 💃. I now hear riders, saddle fitters, farriers, therapists saying…

I was having an “off” day.
Today I let him down.
I felt weak today.
I was so tired during that test.
I was so nervous before the competition today.

Equestrians are aware and looking for simple and practical ways to better themselves. Not because they want a six pack, because they want to show up the best version of themselves for their horse, their partner.

And this excites me 🐎❤️

If you’re looking for a community of like minded equestrian women - who takes responsibility for their health with wants practical daily tips on showing up a better partner for their horse- click on the link in my bio - Join the Female Rider Code

09/08/2025

Great to see Melissa Troup Equestrian Coach BHSI & McTimoney Animal Chiropractor research into effects of rug layering on horses’ stride length featured in Horse&Rider Magazine this month.

Well done Melissa. 👏👏 McTimoney College of Chiropractic

02/08/2025

Over the last 30 years of riding, there have been many horses who, at the time, caused me pain, frustration, and heartache — but who also taught me patience, love, and growth.

Sir Bentley – my first love.

I don’t remember much of my childhood, but I will never forget my birthday when I was blindfolded and led outside. As soon as my hands touched his mane, I burst into tears.

Bentley was incredible.

One of those ponies who, the more confident I became as a rider, the quicker he was to remind me that he was always one step ahead.

Trying to get this fiery Arab–Shetland cross onto the bit when I decided to take up dressage was one of the most painful (and longest) processes of my riding life.

But looking back… he taught me more than I realised at the time.

He taught me patience.He gave me confidence.
And he showed me the importance of having fun in the process.

Your first pony stays with you forever — not just in your memory, but in the way you ride, care for, and connect with every horse that follows.

Do you remember your first pony? I’d love to hear your story in the comments.

Join the Female Rider Code — our free global community for horsewomen: link in my bio

30/07/2025

Mustang - ever seen this film?

I watched it on a plane from Bali to Doha - obviously the fact that it had a horse on it was enough for me to click watch 😬

The frustration, anger, aggression, exhaustion of trying anything and everything to connect further with your horse and yet they still turn their back on you. How can we not take it personally?

The irony is when we let go of the need - the expectation of “I pay for you” your feed, tack, vet bills- whether we admit it or not- we expect our horse to know this and therefore be more compliant with us.

In the film, the mustang “Marquez” is labelled as dangerous and deadly even by the most experienced horsemen. He is Unpredictable as he doesn’t follow the norm of being started a certain way.

Sound familiar? Do you know or have heard of a horse like this? I certainly have. After hundreds of hours, so much time, patience, you finally have that moment of YES, feeling like it’s coming together, like you finally get each other. It feels like progress, like a glimpse of victory, you feel proud and a sense of achievement.

But this is actually the dangerous part - not for the horse - for you. Because you’ve felt a glimmer of hope - what connection and progress feels like - anyone would - so you take this forward to the next day. You have unconsciously increased your expectation only to arrive at the stable with the same horse who is looking at you like he wants to eat you 😳

You’re hit with the reality of “great so we ve forgotten everything, all the progress we finally felt yesterday?!”

In the film, the prisoner gets really freaking angry with Marquez, despite his efforts of reading, working on himself and giving him time, being super patient. Marquez turns his quarters on him and the more the prisoner tries to touch him and more spooky he gets. Pushing the prisoner to his edge - he screams, kicks the bars of the cage - Marquez just stands stills.

This reminded me of so many times where I feel like I have nothing left to give.

So he turns his back on Marquez and sits down - surrenders. Sitting with the feeling of failure.

What happens? Part 2 is next … 🐎

29/07/2025

Congratulations to Alice Hurley Dressage 🌟👏🏆

27/07/2025

Here’s what treating horses all over the world has taught me…

In 7 months I’ve had the opportunity to work with horses and dogs in 5 different countries. I give myself a very hard time behind closed doors about not achieving enough, not having more impact etc but writing this has made me realise how far I’ve come.

I’m genuinely so proud of myself for doing the things I said I would. This year I worked alongside other paraprofessionals to support the performance of show jumpers, eventers, dressage horses, riding school, therapy and rescue horses. Despite their different breeding, trauma and management, I’ve noticed a consistent theme.

👉🏼 their owners love them dearly and are desperately seeking answers to their behaviours and body stiffness
👉🏼 having the “best” resources isn’t going to fix a problem. It’s about what you do with those resources. I met some of the most incredible horse men and women who didn’t have the best facilities, equipment or access to vets which meant they went back to nature and keeping it simple. This approach developed a deeper relationship between horse and human because the human was curious.

This curiosity is something I will keep developing. It’s why I am such a massive advocate for people asking questions. It’s why I share and teach the AAA approach.

If you have any questions, comment below or send me a DM. Im here too help, share and inspire 🐎

20/07/2025

Feeling so grateful ❤️

Only 2 days left in Australia before heading back to Bali and then the UK.

This morning Alice and I went whale watching in Hervey Bay 🐳… talk about feeling like an 🐜 compared to these beautiful animals.

17/07/2025

Making the most of my last few days with

Exploring the local sights in Hervey Bay 🇦🇺

12/07/2025

Working with “tricky” horses, unsolved lameness, or unexplained behaviour might sound frustrating.

But for me?

It’s one of the most exciting parts of my work.

To the owner, it often feels like expensive frustration. Endless questions. A horse they can’t quite read or trust.

To me, it’s an invitation.
An opportunity to learn something new.
To see what’s not being said.
To find the pattern beneath the pain.

This week, I worked with a talented gelding. Described as unpredictable. Guarded. Hard to read.

But here’s the truth:
Even these horses have patterns.
Even the most stoic bodies tell stories.

But only when we’re quiet enough to listen.

The biggest lesson I’ve learned in 30+ years of working with horses?

You can’t process and experience something at the same time.
Not as a human. Not as a horse.

Which is why the pause is so powerful.

Sometimes the most important adjustment isn’t physical—it’s energetic. It’s stepping back. Giving space. Letting the nervous system land.

That’s not doing nothing.
That’s everything.

I’m curious...
What has a “tricky” horse taught you?

Drop it in the comments.
Let’s normalise reflection, not just reaction.

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