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Sleepy Horse Equine Bodywork, LLC, Palm Beach Gardens, FL (2026)

02/17/2026

I have no words for this experience. There is truly no better way to learn from the body than seeing it 1st hand yourself. I now have a completely different perspective of how everything is connected from seeing and feeling the fascia, muscles, bones, tendons, ligaments and organs in the body.

Here are a few takeaways from the weekend:

➡️ The fascia really encompasses everything. It is much stronger than I thought and I see how important myofascial release techniques are.

➡️ The bit and bridle have such a huge effect on the horse. As soon as we put the horse’s head behind the vertical, we felt no movement in the back and a lot of restriction in the hind limb.

➡️ Everything in nature is a curve. Same with how the horse is designed.

➡️ If the front end isn’t supporting and stabilizing then the hind end can’t do its job. Whole horse perspective.

➡️ Even if you can’t see a deeper muscle, you can still influence it.

➡️ Some of the biggest changes in horses happen in slow gaits (the walk) and in-hand work.

➡️ You have to focus on your love of the horse first, before the sport.

➡️ I have even a greater appreciation for the digestive system and now know what gastric ulcers in the stomach and hind gut look like.

➡️ Seeing the brachial plexus…WOW. You come to a greater understanding on how horses with Llama posture can get compression there. It is the whole nerve supply of the front limbs.

➡️ I saw what inflammation in the joints looks like and all the red, irritated tissue.

➡️ The Nuchal Ligament looks a lot different than in books. The lamellar portion looks like spaghetti and feels like a rubber band.

➡️ All of us are asymmetric, even horses. Focus more on function.

Thank you to Trinity Equine Services for sharing your immense amount of knowledge with all of us, you are truly amazing. Thank you to Victory Equine Services for setting this up and for Sun Coast Equine Veterinary Care for being such a great host. Most importantly of all, thank you to ‘Otis’ and his owner for giving us the chance to learn so much from him. I spent the dissection with such a great group of people and we are all going to use what we learned to help so many horses!

02/09/2026

Massage is not only about relaxation, it’s a way to assess the body. Through touch, we can feel subtle changes in muscle tone, temperature, texture and tenderness.

We can observe how the horse reacts to our hands and it can help identify areas of sensitivity, restriction or comfort. Every reaction offers insight into what the body needs and it guides me to where my hands go next.

Massage and bodywork is a conversation with the horse. Your hands speak and the horse answers. I adjust my pressure, pace and techniques to how the horse communicates during the session. This allows the work to be guided by their needs and the way they are feeling that day, rather than a preset routine.

Massage is not something we do TO a horse, it’s something we do WITH them ❤️

01/27/2026

I had the best time shadowing a veterinary lameness wet lab this past weekend with 16 vets and 2 farriers. I’m so glad Rebel and one of our boarders’ horses were able to be a part of it. It was such an insane wealth of knowledge shared by people from so many different backgrounds.

The clinic included thorough lameness evaluations, ultrasound interpretation, lectures, shockwave and FES demonstrations, PRP and A*M injections and so much more.

What stood out most was how far beyond the “typical” lameness exam these veterinarians went.

Some topics discussed were:
- Muscle development & feeling the tissue
- Temperature differences in muscles
- Listening to how hard the feet hit the ground
- Range of motion
- Saddle Fit and rider straightness
- The nervous system
- Evaluating tension down the fascial lines
- Fetlock drop as an indicator of weight bearing
- Anterior vs. posterior pelvic tilt
- Indications of a neurologic horse
- Stretching
- Acupuncture points and chiropractic findings
- Rehab and conditioning work
- Injection products/joint therapies
- Equine Nerve Blocks, etc.

It was such an inspiring learning experience. I’m so grateful to be surrounded by so many educational opportunities in and around Wellington. I love continuing to learn everything I can to better help my clients and my own horses ❤️

01/01/2026

As 2025 comes to a close, I just want to say how incredibly grateful I am for every horse and client I have had the privilege of working with this year.

2025 was a big growth year for my business and a lot of new clients!! I am so thankful for every single one of you.

Thank you for welcoming me into your barns and allowing me to be a part of your horse’s story. I’ve had the honor of watching your horses excel, grow stronger, and reach new goals but have also been there to help them through setbacks, soreness, and recovery.

There are so many great things to reflect on from 2025 and here are a few:
⭐️ I added a MultiRadiance Cold Laser into my business and have seen such a huge difference in horses.

⭐️ I was able to ride my horses a lot and finally take Fortune to his first dressage show since Kissing Spines surgery.

⭐️ I got a new lease horse “Blake” and he has already taught me so much and has made me a better rider.

⭐️ I have been able to make great connections with other equine professionals.

⭐️Most importantly of all, I have continued to improve my feel and knowledge of equine bodywork techniques, posture and movement assessment!

I’m so excited to head into 2026 and continue supporting your horses with thorough, individualized bodywork sessions. I have a lot of continuing education, networking events and great ideas to share with you all in 2026.

Here’s to another year of sound, healthy, and happy horses!! 🐴✨

12/11/2025

I’m always recommending pole work to my clients 🙌🏻

12/09/2025

Did you know that gently massaging your horse’s ears can trigger a release of endorphins⁉️

Massage work around the horse’s ears will release endorphins (“feel good” hormones) in your horse which helps with relaxation, comfort and pain relief.

❗️Fun fact: This can also work on you too when you feel pain or stress. Try rubbing your own ears!!

The ears, poll and TMJ area are packed with nerve endings that respond strongly to gentle pressure and touch. Stimulating these nerves helps active the parasympathetic nervous system.

What else does ear work help with?
🐴 Relaxes tight muscles
🐴 Reduces stress and anxiety
🐴 Helps with TMJ comfort and mobility
🐴 Activation of acupressure points
🐴 Builds trust and a bond with your horse

Spend a few minutes next time you groom your horse trying some of these techniques:
✋🏻Lightly stroke around your horse’s ears where the ear joins the head as well as up and down the ear itself
✋🏻Place your fingers lightly on the poll and around the ears using soft, sinking pressure
✋🏻Do gentle, slow ear rotation circles both directions
✋🏻 Try a gentle ear pull and push, gently pulling the ear away from the head and then pushing the ear into the head
✋🏻Do small circular motions around the ear base and along the TMJ and jawline of the horse

12/08/2025

Something to think about. Do you ever watch your horse’s topline when they eat out of a hay bag? Many horses twist their head as they pull hay out of the bag. What about the strain of the repeated pulling motion, and how it can affect their neck and back?

I know it’s difficult with easy keepers when your horse inhales hay and easily becomes overweight. We also always worry about the risk of gastric ulcers and going long periods of time without forage. There are options though! Several types of ground feeders are available on the market, or you can build your own box and clip the hay net inside. This allows your horse to eat in a more natural, grazing-like position.

I don’t recommend feeding every meal from a hay bag. Try alternating and letting them eat some meals off the ground.

This is especially important to consider if your horse has pre-existing neck or back conditions, such as kissing spines.

12/03/2025

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Red light therapy benefits:

🟢 Reduce pain and chronic aches
🟢 Improve circulation
🟢 Support joint mobility
🟢 Reduce muscle tension
🟢 Encourage faster muscle recovery
🟢 Promote overall relaxation and well-being
🟢 Improve skin health
🟢 Better sleep and mood

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