Photo Contest: Celebrating Mares and Foals with an Incredible Peruvian Paso Mom

Posted on May 17, 2012 by

For Mother’s Day, we asked readers to submit their photos of their mare and foal, in celebration of our amazing equine athletes who are also amazing equine moms!

First, I’d like to thank everyone who submitted pictures for this contest!  You all have beautiful, special horses, and as someone who has owned a mommy-athlete, I can relate to the great joy and pride you feel for them and all they do for you, and their foals.

Peruvian Pasos “Sedona” and new filly, “Aurora”

Our contest winner is owner Kelly Powers, her Peruvian Paso mare “KLP Sedona” (Sedona), and new filly, “Aurora“.  Congratulations Kelly- Equus Athletics hopes you enjoy your new adorable halter on your even more adorable filly!

So what made this trio stick out to us?

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Healthy Mother’s Day Brunch Ideas Inspired by Your Horse!

Posted on May 12, 2012 by

You are an amazing mom to both your human children, and your equine ones!  And while it absolutely melts you heart to get breakfast in bed with cold cereal, hand-picked posies, and a Crayola card, do you ever wonder what type of brunch your horse might put together for you on your special day?

This Mother’s Day, if you are planning a family gathering, try putting a fresh twist on your Sunday brunch with these healthy, delicious, and equine-inspired dishes. Moms of all kinds – as well as the rest of the family – will definitely know how much you appreciate all they do, when you present this scrumptious spread!

Click here to get 5 healthy and delicious brunch recipes, like this Carrot-Mango Smoothie, inspired by some of your horse’s favorite treats!

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Equine Massage for the Performance Horse; What’s it All About?

Posted on April 26, 2012 by

Recently, Equus Athletics had the pleasure of working with certified equine sports massage therapist, Gwen Bernardo, who practices in the greater Los Angeles, CA area.

Gwen is an independent therapist and saddle fitter, specializing in the performance horse.  Ms. Bernardo was kind enough to lend Equus Athletics her expertise on the benefits of daily and warm-up/recovery massage procedures in an interview.  As a professional, Gwen is passionate about her work, always having her equine patients’ best interests at hand… literally! ;)

Curious about what benefits massage can have for your horse?  Read Gwen’s insightful commentary about how to achieve your best equine athlete, here!

Our special thanks to Gwen for not only providing great information, but for her support in our goal to help bring massage to equine athletes everywhere!

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Easy No-Bake Horse Birthday Cake Recipe

Posted on April 17, 2012 by

This weekend, APHA mare and EquiStix designer, Cali, turned 10 years old!  It’s hard to believe that that once-upon-a-time little punky filly is now a mature lady!

EquiStix "Designer", Cali (APHA palomino mare)

In honor of Cali’s big day, I’d like to share this tasty and easy horse birthday cake recipe.  It is no-bake, which makes it quick and convenient, fun for the kids to help you with, and practically fool proof for those of us who may not be as gifted in the kitchen as we are in the saddle! ;)

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2012 Olympic Show Jumping Team Trials

Posted on March 20, 2012 by

Excitement is high right now for basketball lovers (like my own husband!) with “March Madness” upon us.  But get ready equestrians, because it’s time for you to get excited too!

Ohio State University

With the 2012 Olympic games in London quickly approaching, I for one am pumped up!!!

The summer Olympics is one time when equestrian sports gets a mainstream spot light along side other athletes.

This week, the United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) Selection Trials for the U.S. Show Jumping Team will kick off in Wellington, Florida.

Like basketball junkies everywhere hoping their team clenches a spot in the “Final Four”, be sure to follow your favorite equine-equestrian teams to see who makes the cut this year.

The trial Schedule is as follows:

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The Luck of the Irish Sport Horse

Posted on March 12, 2012 by

Happy March!  Spring has sprung and Equus Athletics is infusing everything with a splash of green and a little luck O’ the Irish!

We are shining the spotlight on the fabulous and talented Irish Sport Horse (ISH).  A

The Irish Sport Horse

cross between an Irish Draught and (typically) a thoroughbred, the ISH is a versatile, athletic, and sensible mount, offering up the best traits of both breeds.

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Heartwarming and Inspiring Quotes About Horses

Posted on March 7, 2012 by

Recently, at Team Equus Athletics, we got to talking about some of the beautiful quotes and inspiring words of horse wisdom that exist out there, and what our personal favorites were.

Below is a small compilation of some of our favorite, popular quotes about horses, and the love that these majestic companions evoke, as well as reciprocate.  We hope you enjoy them! Continue reading →

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