The Equestrian Experience Amanda Ross and Bex Mason

This episode’s guest Amelia Antje White takes us through her equestrian journey and how she has learnt to make the most out of every situation! 
FEI dressage rider, Paralympian and corporate lawyer, Amelia is the epitome of a high achiever and is an inspiration to many. Her mindset and ability to overcome challenges is incredible and her success in and out of the saddle is proof of her perseverance, determination, and grit. 

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Amelia takes us through her humble beginnings and how she has been a horse lover from a young age, despite having non-horsey parents.Are you dreaming of moving to Europe to pursue your riding dreams? Having made the move and currently living, training, and working in Germany, Amelia shares her wisdom on the realities of Germany and how to know if it’s right for you.People often think you can either have a riding or corporate career. As a full-time corporate lawyer Amelia is living proof that with hard work, dedication and some very early mornings it is possible to do both.Mindset is extremely important for any athlete, Amelia talks about how even the best laid plans go astray and how you have to be ready to look at different paths to achieve your goals.Amelia explains the process of qualifying for Tokyo 2020 including the effect of COVID-19 on her preparations and her plans for Paris 2024!All this and so much more in this episode of THE EQUESTRIAN EXPERIENCE.
Stay up to date with Amelia’s equestrian journey @amelia.a.white

Joanna Hockly-Andrews from Horslyx tells us all about Horslyx’s game-changing range of forage balancers which come in the form of a lick!
Many horse owners will know the struggle of a fussy horse that manages to filter out supplements or just refuses to eat their food all together, resulting in stress for horse and owner! Horslyx’s range of products provide an alternative solution to traditional powdered or pelleted supplements. Their palatable licks come in a range of flavours for a range of different purposes while also looking after your pocket. Joanna brings with her a wealth of knowledge and firsthand experience ensuring the welfare of many beloved horses. 

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Knowing what supplements to feed your horse can be a daunting task, Joanna talks us through Horslyx’s range of supplements and their different purposes.Do you normally avoid feeding your horse licks due to concerns about molasses or sugar content? Joanna busts some myths about the sugar content of Horslyxs and explains how they can still be suitable for horses with sugar sensitivities.Wondering why you would choose a lick over a traditional balancer? We discuss who Horslyx suit and what the benefits are including some personal testimony from our very own Bex Mason.Joanna takes us through how to correctly introduce Horslyx and how once introduced correctly, many horses begin to use their licks intuitively.All this and so much more in this episode of THE EQUESTRIAN EXPERIENCE.
To find out more and view Horslyx’s full range, head to https://www.horslyx.com/

Say goodbye to visible panty lines, camel toe, chafing and swamp crotch with Derriere Equestrian's functional range of stylish underwear designed for men and women! 

Are you sick of searching for the perfect undergarments that are comfortable, practical, and durable enough to put up with the demands of an Equestrian’s bottom and don’t look like you inherited them from your grandma? Look no further than Derriere Equestrian! We chat with Laura Thyer, Derriere’s CEO and an Equestrian Underwear Expert who takes us through the impact purpose-made underwear can have on your comfort and riding. 

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Used and loved by Derriere Equestrian ambassador Bex, find out what you could be missing out on if you’re not riding in a pair of Derrieres.We chat about how Derriere compares to cycling knicks and how they cater to equestrians.Want to try Derriere’s products but unsure what style of underwear is right for you? We discuss how to decide which pair to choose.Laura does some myth-busting on the sometimes-taboo subject of underwear, including how Derriere could save you from the unexpected.All this and so much more in this episode of THE EQUESTRIAN EXPERIENCE.

If you’re looking to update your underwear drawer and experience the comfort of Derriere equestrian’s range, head to https://www.derriereequestrian.com/ 

Hailing from Donegal in the far North-West of Ireland, Sarah Jane has travelled and worked extensively in the horse industry. From yearling preps in Germany, racehorses in South Africa, equestrian retail and point-to-point racehorses in Ireland, including gaining her amateur jockey licence, there aren't many things Sarah Jane hasn't done!
Now heavily involved in the equestrian retail industry, Sarah Jane worked for Horsewear Ireland for several years before moving to Melbourne, Victoria to work for Leader Equine, the official Australian distributor of several of the world's leading equestrian brands, including Horseware Ireland, TRM & PS of Sweden. A true horse lover at heart, you can feel the passion Sarah Jane has for the products Leader Equine stocks as she debunks some myths about rugging and lets us in on the top must-haves for every horse owner.
Learn about Sarah Jane's extensive experience in the equestrian world and how this has helped her to choose only the best products for Leader Equine.Your horse's legs are one of the most important things to protect, used (and loved) by Amanda and Sarah Jane, learn about Ice Vibe Boots and how they are more than just ice boots.Goodbye Flys… Hello organic horse care products! More than just fly repellent, find out how Goodbye Flys can help your horse's care regime.Wondering how Tiger's Tongue, Power Shower or Shed Flower have anything to do with horses? Sarah Jane chats through her favourite grooming products.Rugging is a largely debated topic, we bust some myths, give you practical rugging advice, explain the meaning of denier and poly fill and let you in on Sarah Jane's secret to finding the best size rug for your horse.All this and so much more in this episode of THE EQUESTRIAN EXPERIENCE.
If you're looking to make some additions to your tack room or want to know more about the products Leader Equine stock, head to leaderequine.com.au 

Dr Lizzie McCready is an equine veterinarian and founder of Empowering Equine Education, an online platform specialising in providing horse owners and equine professionals advice and education on Equine Emergency Response.

Through her years of experience working in the UK and Australia in equine practice and as an ambulatory vet, Dr Lizzie has learnt the gold-standard techniques to manage equine emergencies. Having witnessed common and preventable mistakes again and again, Dr Lizzie is now using her knowledge to help empower horse owners to be confident to take the correct steps to prevent further injury and give their horses the best chance of recovery.

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Dr Lizzie tells us how an unfortunate injury was a blessing in disguise and a catalyst for the creation of Empowering Equine Education. Emergencies are one of the scariest moments for any horse owner. Dr Lizzie shares her tips and tricks to make emergencies less stressful for both you and your horse.Dr Lizzie shares her three-step ACT framework to help you to decide your plan of action and, in turn, prevent unnecessary costs or callouts. Do you struggle to take your horse’s temperature? We discover the importance of knowing your horses’ vitals and the best methods to get accurate measurements in a safe manner. Knowing what to place in your first aid kit is often difficult but is an important step to ensuring you are prepared for an emergency; Dr Lizzie shares her complete first aid kit checklist and her tips to make sure that your kit is always ready.Have you ever wondered how illnesses differ from Australia to the UK?  We chat about the influence of climates and how there are plenty of similarities in both countries.All this and so much more in this episode of THE EQUESTRIAN EXPERIENCE.

Not many can say that they have won at the prestigious Horse of the Year show on a horse that they have bred, trained, and ridden. For almost 30 years the Edwards family have bred and produced high-performance horses from their family farm in Wales. Mark takes us through how his recent success and string of top show jumpers is a result of many years of hard work.
In this episode, Mark explains how he got to where he is today and gives you his top tips to develop a young horse and make it to the top of the UK show jumping scene.
The equestrian lifestyle isn’t for the faint-hearted and even high-performance riders have moments of doubt. Mark and Bex share advice on how savouring the special moments with your horses can motivate you to get through the hard days.With a string of successful horses, Mark takes us through his methods of starting a young horse and the importance of going at the horse’s pace to ensure long-term success.Young horses can be tricky, even for experienced riders. Find out which of Mark’s horses wasn’t always so manageable. Have you ever wondered how riders seem to cut seconds out in a jump-off while still looking so controlled and composed? Mark lets us in on how he likes to prepare mentally and tells us his dad’s favourite pre-round advice.Self-belief is something extremely important to Mark. He explains how having confidence in your own abilities is key to success. Ensuring the soundness of top performance horses can be a fine balance. Mark talks us through his general training schedule and how his competition horses don’t often jump at home once they know their job.Mark gives some sage words of advice to anyone bringing on young horses and young riders looking to make it to the top, emphasising the value of patience with young horses and encouraging young riders to seek out experience on many different horses.All this and so much more in this episode of THE EQUESTRIAN EXPERIENCE.