Equestrian Performance & Fitness

Welcome to the newly rebranded Empowered Podcast with Dr Jenni Douglas This is a 30 minute goal setting workshop to get you thinking about how to plan and improve your lifestyle, fitness and nutrition. Make sure you have downloaded your free workshop and workouts, link below!https://www.jenni-douglas.com/freeContact me: info@jenni-douglas.com

Welcome to the newly rebranded Empowered Podcast with Dr Jenni Douglas Listen to hear what to expect from this podcast Download your free workshop and workouts!https://www.jenni-douglas.com/freeContact me: info@jenni-douglas.com

In this episode of The Equestrian Performance & Fitness Podcast Dr Jenni Douglas explains the concept of 'Periodisation' which essentially is having a long term structure and plan to your off horse fitness approach, to best listen and apply the information in this podcast don't forget to download your free EventFit planning template below:https://eventingfit.com/free-downloads#3ed17aea-4a3d-4d8b-b490-8b5826b9eb8f

On the podcast today Jenni chats about her top ten tips for enjoying the festive period and if you want to, to still enjoy working out and keeping yourself on track during the festive seasons.Check out the Equestrian Performance Programme at on www.eventingfit.com Book a discovery call with me: https://calendly.com/eventingfit/eventfit-discovery-call?back=1&month=2022-08Leave a review and screenshot it to me to be in with winning a free EventFit e bookWant me to cover a topic? message me ideas on info@eventingfit.comIf you want to come and discuss a topic on the podcast please get in touch :DSupport EventFit:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Eventfit

On the podcast today Jenni chats about self compassion and how that is the key to behaviour change, this is taken from a October 2022 live masterclass Check out the Equestrian Performance Programme at on www.eventingfit.com Book a discovery call with me: https://calendly.com/eventingfit/eventfit-discovery-call?back=1&month=2022-08Leave a review and screenshot it to me to be in with winning a free EventFit e bookWant me to cover a topic? message me ideas on info@eventingfit.comIf you want to come and discuss a topic on the podcast please get in touch :DSupport EventFit:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Eventfit

On the podcast today Jenni chats about why weight loss and the way you look are not always 'rider fitness' and how changing your mindset and approach to the way you train may allow you to reach both types of goal more effectively. Check out the Equestrian Performance Programme at on www.eventingfit.com Book a discovery call with me: https://calendly.com/eventingfit/eventfit-discovery-call?back=1&month=2022-08Leave a review and screenshot it to me to be in with winning a free EventFit e bookWant me to cover a topic? message me ideas on info@eventingfit.comIf you want to come and discuss a topic on the podcast please get in touch :DSupport EventFit:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Eventfit

On the podcast today Jenni chats about why quitting or changing your goals is often not the answer and how changing the way you think about your goals is a more positive and effective strategy.Check out the Equestrian Performance Programme at on www.eventingfit.com Book a discovery call with me: https://calendly.com/eventingfit/eventfit-discovery-call?back=1&month=2022-08Leave a review and screenshot it to me to be in with winning a free EventFit e bookWant me to cover a topic? message me ideas on info@eventingfit.comIf you want to come and discuss a topic on the podcast please get in touch :DSupport EventFit:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Eventfit

On the podcast today Jenni chats about why online training may benefit you as a busy equestrian. Is it something you have considered before? Have a listen and see if this type of training might solve your rider fitness, nutrition and mindset barriers!Check out the Equestrian Performance Programme at on www.eventingfit.com Book a discovery call with me: https://calendly.com/eventingfit/eventfit-discovery-call?back=1&month=2022-08Leave a review and screenshot it to me to be in with winning a free EventFit e bookWant me to cover a topic? message me ideas on info@eventingfit.comIf you want to come and discuss a topic on the podcast please get in touch :DSupport EventFit:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Eventfit

On the podcast today Jenni chats about procrastination and how to stop indulging in energy sapping emotions and strategies to get things done!Check out the Equestrian Performance Programme at on www.eventingfit.com Book a discovery call with me: https://calendly.com/eventingfit/eventfit-discovery-call?back=1&month=2022-08Leave a review and screenshot it to me to be in with winning a free EventFit e bookWant me to cover a topic? message me ideas on info@eventingfit.comIf you want to come and discuss a topic on the podcast please get in touch :DSupport EventFit:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Eventfit

On the podcast today Jenni discusses strategies to developing more confidence, what are the untruths you tell yourself that with some action you can rewire?Check out the Equestrian Performance Programme at on www.eventingfit.com Book a discovery call with me: https://calendly.com/eventingfit/eventfit-discovery-call?back=1&month=2022-08Leave a review and screenshot it to me to be in with winning a free EventFit e bookWant me to cover a topic? message me ideas on info@eventingfit.comIf you want to come and discuss a topic on the podcast please get in touch :DSupport EventFit:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Eventfit

On the podcast today Jenni discusses strategies to reframe what it means to be a healthy eater. What conventions do you have about your diet that are just not true?!This was taken from a presentation that Jenni recorded for her equestrian performance programme clients and comes with full video presentation and workbook tasks, consider joining us today for regular content like this!Check out the Equestrian Performance Programme at on www.eventingfit.com Book a discovery call with me: https://calendly.com/eventingfit/eventfit-discovery-call?back=1&month=2022-08Leave a review and screenshot it to me to be in with winning a free EventFit e bookWant me to cover a topic? message me ideas on info@eventingfit.comIf you want to come and discuss a topic on the podcast please get in touch :DSupport EventFit:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Eventfit

On the podcast today Jenni reflects on EventFit turning six years old and discusses how unsettling periods of life can lead you towards your biggest seasons of growth.Check out athletic preparation for equestrians on www.eventingfit.com Book a discovery call with me: https://eventingfit.com/appointmentsLeave a review and screenshot it to me to be in with winning a free EventFit e bookWant me to cover a topic? message me ideas on info@eventingfit.comIf you want to come and discuss a topic on the podcast please get in touch :DSupport EventFit:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Eventfit

On the podcast today Jenni discusses strength training for the equestrian over 35 (aka a masters athlete)! How can strength training benefit you as this population? Listen now to learn more.Check out athletic preparation for equestrians on www.eventingfit.com Book a discovery call with me: https://eventingfit.com/appointmentsLeave a review and screenshot it to me to be in with winning a free EventFit e bookWant me to cover a topic? message me ideas on info@eventingfit.comIf you want to come and discuss a topic on the podcast please get in touch :DSupport EventFit:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Eventfit

On the podcast today Jenni talks about the best ways to start lifting weights as a busy equestrian and develop an athletic training base over inconsistent exercise routine. Check out athletic preparation for equestrians on www.eventingfit.com Book a discovery call with me: https://eventingfit.com/appointmentsLeave a review and screenshot it to me to be in with winning a free EventFit e bookWant me to cover a topic? message me ideas on info@eventingfit.comIf you want to come and discuss a topic on the podcast please get in touch :DSupport EventFit:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Eventfit

On the podcast today Jenni discusses the process of training around competition. Why riders want to avoid it and the most effective ways to make sure training benefits your riding and how you can implement it around your competitive season. Check out athletic preparation for equestrians on www.eventingfit.com Book a discovery call with me: https://eventingfit.com/appointmentsLeave a review and screenshot it to me to be in with winning a free EventFit e bookWant me to cover a topic? message me ideas on info@eventingfit.comIf you want to come and discuss a topic on the podcast please get in touch :DSupport EventFit:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Eventfit

In this episode Jenni discusses motivation and why its not motivation you don't have its just that you don't have a handle on your motivation regulation.Leave a review and screenshot it to me (info@eventingfit.com) to be in with winning a free EventFit digital programme or e book.Want me to cover a topic? message me ideas on info@eventingfit.comIf you want to come and discuss a topic on the podcast please get in touch :DSupport EventFit:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Eventfit

In this episode Jenni discusses masking versus managing pain, why riders get so many injuries or are riding in pain and what you can do to become a pain free rider.Want to learn more? Head to www.eventingfit.comHead to https://eventingfit.com/blog/f/pain-and-injury-in-the-equestrian-athlete If you prefer to read this content. Reach out to Jenni for your FREE four week rider fitness programme, message box on www.eventingfit.com

In this episode James Stanbury from Amplify Nutrition a SENr accredited Performance Nutritionist answers your questions on everything from how to fuel without feeling full, to nutrition to support the menopause.

In this episode listen to James Stanbury a SENr accredited performance nutritionist discuss energy intake and expenditure, managing your numbers, micronutrients and much more.

In this podcast Jenni discusses whether you should be including cardiovascular training within your equestrian programme.

Jenni breaks down what living in the middle, the grey and navigating away from black and white means to her and discusses some topics she will be covering in the podcast in 2022. Leave a review and screenshot it to me to be in with winning a free EventFit e bookWant me to cover a topic? message me ideas on jenni@eventingfit.comIf you want to come and discuss a topic on the podcast please get in touch :DSupport EventFit:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Eventfit

On the episode we discuss what beliefs are, how beliefs are formed by repeated thinking and why we hold hold onto them. What do you think about yourself that is not true?

Workout with me in your ears! Grab some dumbbells and lets get to it with this 15 minute workout for ridersGet your download and video links here:https://www.eventingfit.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/15-min-total-body-for-equestrians.pdfRide Strong Academy : https://www.trainerize.me/checkout/eventfit/Jenni.Douglas?planID=132907&mode=checkoutWebsite : www.eventingfit.comContact: jenni@eventingfit.comCommunity Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/462390187277850/Online Courses: https://jennis-school-57d7.thinkific.com/Online Equestrian Fitness: https://www.eventingfit.com/bespoke-training/Enjoy!

Overwhelm can lead to paralysis of action and leave us in a hole of self-doubt and eventually burnout. This is a self indulgent podcast for me today because as I was doing some self coaching through this myself I thought what better than to share what I have learned from my listenings and readings over time than with you all. Ride Strong Academy : https://www.trainerize.me/checkout/eventfit/Jenni.Douglas?planID=132907&mode=checkoutWebsite : www.eventingfit.comContact: jenni@eventingfit.comCommunity Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/462390187277850/Online Courses: https://jennis-school-57d7.thinkific.com/Online Equestrian Fitness: https://www.eventingfit.com/bespoke-training/Enjoy!

So, what is strength and conditioning? Is it really that scary? Just for big buff men? How does it apply to horse-rider?In this episode Jenni discusses what strength and conditioning is and tries to myth bust some common misconceptions. Ride Strong Academy : https://www.trainerize.me/checkout/eventfit/Jenni.Douglas?planID=132907&mode=checkoutWebsite : www.eventingfit.comContact: jenni@eventingfit.comCommunity Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/462390187277850/Online Courses: https://jennis-school-57d7.thinkific.com/Online Equestrian Fitness: https://www.eventingfit.com/bespoke-training/Enjoy!

A needs analysis is conducted by a Strength and Conditioning coach prior to developing your training programme. This episode today delves into what a Needs Analysis is and how it can be conducted. The clip is taken from a lesson in the Train Like a Pro: Athletic Preparation for Equestrians course, for more info and to join head to https://jennis-school-57d7.thinkific.comRide Strong Academy : https://www.trainerize.me/checkout/eventfit/Jenni.Douglas?planID=132907&mode=checkoutWebsite : www.eventingfit.comContact: jenni@eventingfit.comCommunity Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/462390187277850/Online Courses: https://jennis-school-57d7.thinkific.com/Online Equestrian Fitness: https://www.eventingfit.com/bespoke-training/Enjoy!

With the global pandemic in 2019 and 2020 we have seen a huge increase in the amount of at home training occurring and many are staying to their workout from home routine, but what do you need to be including or considering to ensure you are seeing optimal adaptation?Ride Strong Academy : https://www.trainerize.me/checkout/eventfit/Jenni.Douglas?planID=132907&mode=checkoutWebsite : www.eventingfit.comContact: jenni@eventingfit.comCommunity Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/462390187277850/Online Courses: https://jennis-school-57d7.thinkific.com/Online Equestrian Fitness: https://www.eventingfit.com/bespoke-training/

In this episode of the podcast Jenni asks you to reflect on how much stress you have in your day to day life combined with your training. Are there simple steps you can take to make your adaptations to training more effective?

In today's podcast Jenni discusses why going down the easy road may lead to some short term success but rarely sees you reaching your full potential. We discuss emotions, and growth, activated thoughts and why doing hard things is doing the right thing.

In this podcast I explore the physiological and physical demands placed on endurance riders and suggest strength and conditioning methods you could employ to increase capacity and robustness in the endurance athlete (rider).You can find a full link if your institution has access to the paper with this DOI 10.3920/CEP200033

Today we welcome a friend, colleague and soon to be Dr Celeste Wilkins who is finishing her PhD in Rider Performance (Biomechanics Focus) at Hartpury University. Listen to us discuss what it is like completing a PhD in Rider Performance, our joys, frustrations and top tips for you looking to study in the field. Celeste was also the original web designer for www.eventingfit.com back in 2015 and has been a big part of the business set up and creation and in this industry, together is better than alone. You can follow Celeste on www.celestewilkins.comInsta @riderprepTickTok @riderbiomechanics

In this podcast episode share *our* thoughts and opinions from your questions related to shoulder injury. As I mention in the podcast, always speak to a medical professional should you have concerns about an injury!Equestrian Performance Council Round Table Discussion: Shoulder Injuries Hosted by Nicole Brown Media (https://www.nicolebrownmedia.com) and including discussions with myself (https://www.eventingfit.com) and Tony Sandoval (https://www.coachsandotraining.com) Lisa Bauman (https://www.omriding.com) and Natasha Gunston (https://www.eventingphysiologist.com).Listen as we discuss all your questions on shoulder Injuries

In this episode we explore what the key macronutrient groups are and how you can easily track them without counting!I also introduce you to my new online course, Nutrition Essentials for Equestrians and show you how to get your free hand portion download today (sign up below!)https://jennis-school-57d7.thinkific.com/enroll/276327?price_id=284205

In this podcast I chat to Nicola Stuart of Equestrian Fitness, we discuss how she started as an equestrian performance specialist, what she sees working with riders and her take home top tips for rider performance.http://www.equestrianfitness.co.uk/nicola@equestrianfitness.co.uk

This episode was inspired by the UK's lockdown 2.0 (2020) but also a paper (https://journals.humankinetics.com/view/journals/jcsp/13/3/article-p405.xml) entitled Mental Health in Equestrian Sport.What I would like from this podcast is for you to think about where your mental health is at, what triggers might affect it and what steps you can take to get yourself more in balance.

Equestrian Performance Council Round Table Discussion: Lower Back PainHosted by Nicole Brown Media (https://www.nicolebrownmedia.com) and including discussions with myself (https://www.eventingfit.com) and Tony Sandoval (https://www.coachsandotraining.com) Lisa Bauman (https://www.omriding.com) and Natasha Gunston (https://www.eventingphysiologist.com).Listen as we discuss all your questions on lower back pain

In this podcast I speak with Coach Tony Sandoval, a previous collegiate strength and conditioning coach who now exclusively works with equestrian athletes. We have a really nice conversation discussing all aspects of strength and conditioning from what it is, how its implemented to equestrians and we share our key eduational messages and pleas to you, the equestrian athlete. To learn more about myself and Coach sando check out the links below!www.eventingfit.com@eventfit_rider.performancehttps://www.researchgate.net/profile/Jenni_Douglashttps://www.coachsandotraining.com@coachsandotraining

In the podcast this week I answer your common questions, I don't script them and I don't research them, I just answer them as I would if we were on a call. Have a listen and if you have a question you want answering, be sure to send me a message and I will make sure to answer them!

In this episode I walk you though one of my PhD studies, here you will learn why strength training is important for injury prevention and robustness in equestrian athletes as well as improving performance.Download the full doctoral thesis here:http://eprints.worc.ac.uk/6391/1/Jenni%20Douglas%20PhD%20FINAL%20thesis.pdfJoin us in the Ride Strong Academy: https://www.eventingfit.com/membership-join/For personal coaching: https://www.eventingfit.com/bespoke-training/

In this episode I discuss why equestrians have tight hip flexors and the three key things you can be doing off your horse to alleviate this problem.For more information and exercise demonstrations head to the full blog: https://www.eventingfit.com/rider-fitness/unlock-those-hips-and-activate-the-glutes/Video for tight hip flexor release: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5BO1s3x-ko8

I honestly think riders should warm up before they get on their horse, I also believe it can be quick, efficient and doesn’t have to take up a whole lot of time.We’re in a bit of a chicken and egg situation with the whole thing really, because it’s not common and therefore not a universal method or approach in the equestrian industry, which seems bonkers to me because we beg to be seen as athletes but not joining in with a task that fundamentally prepares us for athletic performance!In this podcast we talk about the importance of warming up and be sure check out these videos for an example warm up.https://www.instagram.com/p/CDieirBncos/?igshid=kfovtqda9lis

In the episode this week I take you through a powerful visualisation exercise 'Your Dream Day'I try to emphasise how important it is to go into your mind and see what's going on in there. In order to help accomplish this, I use an exercise called “Your Dream Day', It's incredible how many of my clients have such a hard time with this task because they have lost track of what they want.This exercise will help you to:Pay attention to what you wantBe committed to your own desiresExplore what makes you happyFeel elated!If you want the worksheet to accompany this exercise join us in the Ride Strong Academy, a monthly membership site for equestrians. Each month get - Fitness plan with PDF and Videos - 15 recipes- Mindset workbookJoin us for as little as £10 monthly, no commitment required!https://www.eventingfit.com/membership-join/

In this podcast I chat to Caroline Mosley of Orange Fox Eventing http://www.orangefoxeventing.co.uk. Caroline and I chat about getting into horses and competing, the angst of being an equestrian as you transition through your teenage years, and of course, fitness, nutrition and mindset. Want to join the herd? Join my monthly membership for fitness, nutrition and mindset, only £10 a monthhttps://www.eventingfit.com/membership-join/OR if you want me to personally coach you fill out the form here:https://www.eventingfit.com/bespoke-training/

In this podcast I am going to go through some of my PhD research which explains HOW isometric muscle work causes high heart rates during horse riding activities. We will also discuss how we might train riders to resist isometric fatigue and why not being strong enough might limit your riding performance.WHAT YOU WILL LEARNThe response your body has when exposed to isometric muscle actionsWhy heart rates are high during equestrian activities.Ways we can train to resist fatigueWhere the research will go next and why it is importantDownload the presentation slides https://www.eventingfit.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Hartpury-Research-Conference-Jenni-D.pdf

In this episode we discuss where you may experience all or nothing thinking or actions that are holding you back and introduce you to strategies that might assist you in reassessing what you want to believe and how you want to act.

In this episode we explore the dangers of turning our thoughts into reality, labelling them as true. With increased awareness about ourselves that has happened as a result of the global pandemic we have an opportunity to take a deeper look into our existing belief system and decide on purpose what we want to believe and as a result how to act. To get the thought clarity workbook download, join the Ride Strong Academy. There is a 6 page worksheet to accompany this months membership and support this podcast ensuring you reframe your thoughts and take action!The Ride Strong Academy is a monthly equestrian membership site.Do you want:A monthly training programme with video demos15 Recipes a month A monthly mindset task?Then the Ride Strong Academy is for you, join us today: https://www.eventingfit.com/membership-join/

When we are angry we are so attached to our own though patterns and justification of our anger that we cannot often see past it. How can you get out of the loop even if we know we are causing ourself pain and suffering?