Lowcountry Equine

08/13/2026

Too hot to ride? That doesn’t mean you have to stay out of the barn.

As an equine bodyworker, I actually love the downtime that hot summer days give me. It’s guilt-free time to spend with my horses and work on things we don’t always have time for during a normal riding week.

So if you need some inspiration for the next few hot days, here are some of my favorite things to do with my horses:

1. Offer “tea”
Each horse has their own preferences. I like to make different versions using things like Gatorade, a handful of grain, salt, beet pulp, or alfalfa cubes, depending on the horse. There are also lots of fun recipes using horse-safe herbs.

2. Spray down
Especially for horses who don’t sweat well, cooling them appropriately after being outside is important. I also find a good rinse can help relieve some of the itchiness that comes with sweating.

3. Core activations
These are great because you can do them right in the barn. Some of my favorites include tail pulls, pelvic tucks, carrot stretches/activations, belly lifts, and appropriate isometric exercises like wither and lumbar rocks.

4. Balance pads
These are so versatile and can be easily scaled to your horse’s ability. Start with the hind feet, then progress to the front feet, and eventually all four. Once your horse is comfortable and the sway is minimal, you can add carrot stretches or even experiment with stacking pads.

You can also use them on one leg or one side to work on asymmetries. The possibilities are endless!

5. Massage
No introduction needed here. Massage is a great way to build your bond with your horse while giving them some hands-on attention between bodywork sessions. You can also ask me at your next session what techniques might be appropriate for your specific horse.

6. Grooming
As adult amateurs, most of us don’t have a ton of time during the week to ride, let alone groom. Use the extra downtime to clip, braid, bathe, and generally just fuss over your horse.

7. Red light therapy
There are plenty of pads available, but I particularly like using red light therapy for smaller targeted areas, such as the poll or certain areas of wound healing. It’s not something I’d rely on to treat an entire large muscle group.

8. PEMF
For those of you lucky enough to have access to a Beamer blanket or MagnaWave, hot days can be a great opportunity to use it. PEMF can be a nice addition to your horse’s between-ride routine for relaxation and recovery.

What did I miss? Drop your favorite hot-weather horse hacks below!

And save this post for the next time it’s too hot to ride.

08/13/2026

hot to ride? That doesn’t mean you have to stay out of the barn.

As an equine bodyworker, I actually love the downtime that hot summer days give me. It’s guilt-free time to spend with my horses and work on things we don’t always have time for during a normal riding week.

So if you need some inspiration for the next few hot days, here are some of my favorite things to do with my horses:

1. Offer “tea”
Each horse has their own preferences. I like to make different versions using things like Gatorade, a handful of grain, salt, beet pulp, or alfalfa cubes, depending on the horse. There are also lots of fun recipes using horse-safe herbs.

2. Spray down
Especially for horses who don’t sweat well, cooling them appropriately after being outside is important. I also find a good rinse can help relieve some of the itchiness that comes with sweating.

3. Core activations
These are great because you can do them right in the barn. Some of my favorites include tail pulls, pelvic tucks, carrot stretches/activations, belly lifts, and appropriate isometric exercises like wither and lumbar rocks.

4. Balance pads
These are so versatile and can be easily scaled to your horse’s ability. Start with the hind feet, then progress to the front feet, and eventually all four. Once your horse is comfortable and the sway is minimal, you can add carrot stretches or even experiment with stacking pads.

You can also use them on one leg or one side to work on asymmetries. The possibilities are endless!

5. Massage
No introduction needed here. Massage is a great way to build your bond with your horse while giving them some hands-on attention between bodywork sessions. You can also ask me at your next session what techniques might be appropriate for your specific horse.

6. Grooming
As adult amateurs, most of us don’t have a ton of time during the week to ride, let alone groom. Use the extra downtime to clip, braid, bathe, and generally just fuss over your horse.

7. Red light therapy
There are plenty of pads available, but I particularly like using red light therapy for smaller targeted areas, such as the poll or certain areas of wound healing. It’s not something I’d rely on to treat an entire large muscle group.

8. PEMF
For those of you lucky enough to have access to a Beamer blanket or MagnaWave, hot days can be a great opportunity to use it. PEMF can be a nice addition to your horse’s between-ride routine for relaxation and recovery.

What did I miss? Drop your favorite hot-weather horse hacks below!

And save this post for the next time it’s too hot to ride.

08/13/2026

Did you know PEMF therapy is a great alternative therapy to support laminitis, hoof abscesses, and anhidrosis (in addition to medical therapy). Victory suffers from chronic laminitis and anhidrosis, and we are using PEMF MagnaWave to keep her the most comfortable during the hottest part of the summer here in South Carolina.

08/11/2026

Excited to add yet another service to my wonderful clients. This might be my favorite so far! BEMER blanket rentals will be available to existing clients for travel/show support, rehab support, or extra support between sessions! I will offer discount if combined with bodywork session! Weekly or monthly options available. Text/call/message to book!

08/08/2026

File this under “things no one prepared me for”:
My initial bodywork certification was just a gateway dr*g 🤪
May the learning never stop 👏💅🥰

07/16/2026

We are excited to announce that MagnaWave PEMF therapy is now available at Lowcountry Equine with a Magnawave Certified Practitioner!

To celebrate our launch, we’re offering exclusive introductory pricing for our first clients! Availability is limited, so comment “MAGNAWAVE” below for pricing and available appointments. Take advantage of these savings while they last!

MagnaWave PEMF is an excellent standalone therapy or can be added to your horse’s bodywork session for even greater support.

What is PEMF?

Pulsed Electromagnetic Field (PEMF) therapy uses gentle electromagnetic pulses to support the body’s natural recovery processes. These energy waves pe*****te deep into the body and may help support healthy circulation, relaxation, cellular function, and the body’s natural healing and recovery.

PEMF is a gentle, non-invasive therapy that can be incorporated into many horses’ wellness routines, including:
• Routine maintenance and overall wellness
• Senior horse support
• Performance horse recovery and maintenance
• Supporting areas of soreness or stiffness
• Recovery support for horses dealing with common concerns such as tendon and ligament injuries, abscesses, laminitis, kissing spines, back soreness, body soreness, bone injuries, and post-colic recovery (in conjunction with veterinary care)

Curious if PEMF is right for your horse? Comment “MAGNAWAVE” below or send us a message—we’d love to answer your questions and help you determine if it’s a good fit.

07/04/2026

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06/26/2026

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06/25/2026

Big things are coming!

I'm so very excited to announce that MagnaWave PEMF Therapy will soon be available as part of my equine bodywork services! MagnaWave is an excellent addition to regular bodywork and can support or recovery for many conditions such as laminitis, tendon & ligament injuries, fractures, stifle pain, navicular syndrome, hoof abscesses, hock pain, show recovery, colic and more.

To celebrate, I'll be offering introductory pricing, package deals, and special add-on rates for a limited time.

Want first access when bookings open?

👇 Comment MAGNAWAVE below and I'll add you to the priority list!

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04/15/2026

Daily hand walks are a great way to preserve your senior horse’s level of comfort and slow progression of the arthritis. this is a great drug-free method to help with pain management. Be sure to slowly ease into work if your horse has been out out of work for sometime as too much activity can cause a flare and spike in pain level. 10 to 15 minutes a day is a good starting place and build by 5-10% each week based on tolerance.