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Serenity Equine LLC

Allison Strauss, EEBW. Holistic, Hands-on Equine Bodywork & Massage | Supporting Mind-Body Connection, Overall Wellness, & Prevention. Various Modalities.

Whole Horse Approach.

05/25/2026

The benefits of equine bodywork extend far beyond the muscular system, but muscles play a huge role! Did you know that horses have more than 700 muscles in their body? Each muscle serves its own purpose. Everything is connected. 🐴 What types of muscles are there?

They have 3 distinct types of muscles:

1️⃣ Skeletal -
Assists with posture + joint stabilization
Produces movement, also protects internal organs
Attach to the bone via tendons (connective tissue)

2️⃣ Smooth/Visceral -
Aids in the digestive, circulatory, urinary, reproductive systems + more
Responds to the central & autonomic nervous systems
Found in the walls of blood vessels

3️⃣ Cardiac (Myocardium) -
Located in the heart
Circulates blood flow throughout the body
Contains pacemaker cells which send out electrical signals, setting the 'pace' for pumping blood & heartbeats

More posts to come regarding more muscles and their functions and muscle layers!

05/19/2026

Is your horse-
🔻Showing challenging behavior?
🔻Girthy? Irritable? Nippy?
🔻Anxious/stressed/antsy?
🔻Sore? Tense?

Horses communicate the ONLY way they know how...through body language & behavior!

They may be saying:
'My body feels sore, tight, and tense'
'I am stressed'
'I need more turnout'
'My tack no longer fits properly'
'I cannot physically do what you are asking'
'I have past trauma'
'I am confused, I don't understand' and so forth.
💡Instead of becoming frustrated or labeling - think about what could be going on to cause this behavior in my horse?

☝🏻 There is always a REASON.
Many behavioral issues are due to discomfort, pain, tense/tight muscles & overuse, restrictions, compensation patterns, lack of turnout, stress, ill-fitting tack, training methods, trust issues, and/or miscommunication/misunderstanding and more. Bodywork can help!

We can help identify potential issues (not diagnose), provide a safe space for untrusting/traumatized horses, release tension in the fascia, tissue & muscles, increase circulation, flexibility & range of motion, reduce inflammation, prevent injury, and more! We present another perspective to reconnecting, communicating, & strengthening the bond with your equine partner. Utilizing 100% hands-on various modalities, a gentle, horse-led approach. 🤲🏻

Call/text 302.415.0932 or send us a Facebook message for more info!

05/09/2026

Post-bodywork session feels! 🐴🤲🏻

04/29/2026

Looking for an equine bodyworker? 🐴Serenity Equine is currently accepting new clients, booking into May & June!

No gadgets, no machines, no tools! Certified EEBW and insured. Completely hands-on manual bodywork, utilizing various modalities, considering the whole horse:

✅Soft Tissue Mobilization (STM)
✅Sports Massage
✅Craniosacral Therapy Techniques
✅Range of Motion & Positioning Exercises
✅Focal Point Work (Stress & Trigger Points)
✅Stretching
✅Energy Work & Connection

Spots fill quickly so please connect with us to schedule an appt - call/text 302.415.0932 or send us a Facebook message!

04/27/2026

Holding space and creating SERENITY. The importance of the pause during a bodywork session...we step back and give the horse time and space to process and release both physical + emotional tension, resulting in a more balanced and relaxed state. The power of touch is truly incredible! 🤲🏻 Our sessions are always horse-led.

🗓️ Interested in scheduling an appt with us? Call/text 302.415.0932 or send us a Facebook or Instagram message!

04/21/2026

The Pectoral muscles are often overlooked by many when it comes to dysfunction! But they should never be overlooked as they play an important role.

These muscles aid in the support & movement of the shoulder, adduct the forelimb, assisting nearby muscles too.
If there is dysfunction in these areas, it can limit the up/down shoulder movement, as well as make it more challenging for the horse to support their trunk (barrel), affecting the recoil/suspension and shock absorption. Dysfunction in this area can also affect the neck and other areas of the body - everything is connected!

The Pectorals are made up of 4 different muscles:

1️⃣ Transverse pectoral
2️⃣ Ascending pectoral
3️⃣ Descending pectoral
4️⃣ Subclavius

Signs of tightness, tension, and soreness in these muscles:
🔻Struggling to lift through the withers
🔻Girth sensitivity
🔻Trouble protracting (extending) the forelimbs
🔻Issues picking up correct leads
🔻Behavioral issues (irritability, nipping, etc.)
🔻Choppy, short strides
🔻Tension or stiffness in poll & neck
& more!

What can cause issues in these areas?
🔹Ill-fitting tack/saddle
🔹Training & poor use of training aids
🔹Compensatory issues/pain
🔹Unbalanced rider
🔹Hoof issues/discomfort
🔹Misuse or overuse of muscles
🔹Confirmation
🔹Past injury/trauma
🔹Being ridden or worked heavy on the forehand

Equine bodywork & massage can help help relieve tension, tightness & soreness in these areas, and also help identify the root cause of the issue. A holistic approach looks at the entire body!

04/20/2026

We are dedicated to providing exceptional bodywork services and value our clients' feedback! Please feel free to leave us a review. At the top of our page, click 'Reviews' to share your experience. It is much appreciated. Thank you for choosing Serenity Equine. 🐴🩶

04/12/2026

🐴🤲🏻 Stay connected with Serenity Equine: ensure you have our contact information!
We are dedicated to providing 100% hands-on holistic bodywork & massage services utilizing various modalities. As a certified EEBW we address the whole horse individually. Our approach is horse-led and we understand the importance and power of human touch! We do not use any gadgets, tools or machines.

Feel free to call, text, email or send us a message here on Facebook or Instagram for more info, scheduling and pricing! We look forward to working with you and your equine partner(s)!

04/07/2026

Let's discuss Pandiculations!🐴 One of the many positive responses to bodywork.
Pandiculations are natural, self-stretching responses that may occur during bodywork sessions, and each horse responds differently! We create a safe space where the horse can respond and express themselves freely.

This allows the nervous system to process changes and adapt in a positive, regulated way. This actively engages the brain and central nervous system, helping to reset muscle patterns and restore optimal function. In addition, it increases bloodflow and oxygen delivery throughout the body, supporting the horse’s natural healing and recovery processes!

Over time, this can also help release chronic or long-term tension, improve posture, correct uneven or crooked movement, leading to a more balanced and comfortable way of moving.

The body is incredible!

03/27/2026

During your horse's bodywork session, CranioSacral Therapy techniques may be incorporated as necessary.

🔵 What is CST? 🔵
CranioSacral Therapy is a gentle and non-invasive approach that harmonizes with the body's natural rhythms to promote deep relaxation, balance, and overall well-being, facilitating the body's innate self-healing abilities! Through gentle touch and targeted holds, we can release tension in the nervous system.

This can help the horse to move with greater ease and fluidity, and effectively address the lasting impacts of trauma, injury, or chronic tension.

To book an appt with us, call/text 302.415.0932 or send us a Facebook message.

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