Next Step Equine Bodywork

08/08/2026

This rodeo gelding really got into his Latissimus Dorsi massage!

08/08/2026

What a great first trip with Noah Braden!
He did a great job with evaluations (both hoof and body) and was even working on horses towards the end of the trip! He was a tremendous help for me as well 😁

This was my biggest and longest trip ever, packed full with 26 equines (there was a mule!) big and small, across the Southern States. Our breaks were packed with learning and study sessions, but we were able to take a few deep breaths during a beautiful sunset. I even got a lesson in this trip with the amazing Amber Carter!

We're now halfway through our case studies for the southern states, so I'll be making posts about them soon!

08/03/2026

Very well said by Lee Equine Services ♥️ bodywork is for every horse of every shape and every size and every discipline!

One of the most overlooked parts of horse care isn’t the feed they’re on or the saddle they wear—it’s how their body actually feels.

Horses are incredible at compensating for discomfort. They’ll keep trying, keep jumping, keep running barrels, keep packing around a lesson, and often won’t tell us something is wrong until the issue has become significant. By then, what started as a little soreness may have turned into muscle tension, compensation patterns, or even an injury.

That’s why I believe bodywork is such an important part of keeping horses comfortable and performing their best.

Bodywork isn’t just for upper-level performance horses. It’s for the trail horse that’s packing riders every weekend, the lesson horse working hard for multiple students, the barrel horse, the eventer, the dressage horse, the retired pasture pet, and even the young horse that’s just starting under saddle. Every horse uses their body differently, and every horse can develop tightness or restrictions.

A horse that suddenly doesn’t want to pick up a lead, starts refusing jumps, struggles to bend one direction, pins its ears during grooming, or becomes difficult under saddle isn’t always being “stubborn.” Sometimes they’re trying to tell us they’re uncomfortable.

Of course, bodywork isn’t a replacement for good veterinary care, proper saddle fit, routine dental work, or balanced farrier care. It works best as part of an overall wellness program. When those pieces come together, many horses are able to move more freely, recover better from work, and stay comfortable in their jobs.

As horse owners, it’s easy to focus on training schedules and performance goals. But our horses spend every day carrying us, giving us their best, and adapting to the demands we place on them. They deserve the same attention to their comfort that we expect for ourselves.

A comfortable horse is more likely to be a willing partner. And sometimes, investing in how your horse feels is just as important as investing in how they perform.

Next Step Equine Bodywork for all your east coast needs!

07/29/2026

🐴 Introducing the Next Step Chronic Care Program!

Some horses don't just need one session—they need consistent support.

Chronic conditions such as arthritis, long-standing compensation patterns, neurological challenges, old injuries, and age-related stiffness often improve through regular bodywork over time. My goal has always been to help these horses feel and move their best, and I want to make that ongoing care a little easier for owners.

✨ How it works:
• Every 3rd bodywork session receives $30 off
• No membership fees
• No contracts
• Simply stay on your recommended care schedule to remain enrolled.

This program is ideal for:
🐎 Senior horses
🐎 Horses with arthritis
🐎 Chronic compensation patterns
🐎 Neurological or proprioceptive challenges
🐎 Horses recovering from previous injuries
🐎 Performance horses needing ongoing maintenance

Every horse deserves the opportunity to move more comfortably and confidently. Consistency is often where the biggest changes happen.

📩 Message Next Step Equine Bodywork to see if your horse is a good candidate for the Chronic Care Program.

07/26/2026

The team here at Next Step is packing up stock of the new Next Step Botanicals Massage Oil line and Unicorn-Ade supplements for this upcoming Southern States trip! Ask me how your horse can benefit from these!
Emerson Rebecca Haupert-Keill and Noah Braden will be doing free hoof evaluations this trip to all clients wanting one!
There are still juat a few openings left for bodywork in these major areas:
Ocala FL
Atlanta GA
Savannah GA
Sylvania GA
Florence SC
Fayetteville NC

07/20/2026

Southern states trip coming up July 28th through August 6th with stops in these major areas:
Athens GA
Macon GA
Ocala FL
Waycross GA
Brunswick GA
Hinesville GA
Savannah GA
Rincon GA
Atlanta GA
Augusta GA
Florence SC
And
Fayetteville NC

This is a nearly maxed out trip! Very limited spots left!

07/18/2026

Next Step Equine Bodywork has a new team member! Let's welcome our soon to be corrective barefoot trimmer, Noah!
Noah will join me on trips and be available for barefoot trimming every 6 weeks, once he has completed training. His trimming will complement and even boost the bodywork done on your horse, as the whole horse includes the hoof!
Does your horses hoof look like the diagram below? If not, send me a message and let's figure out how to fix that hoof!
Here is an introduction from Noah

"My name is Noah Braden. At the young at heart age of 42 I have lived an interesting adventure so far. One of my deepest passions is admittedly as an avid lover of horses for their presence & what I will call magical powers to reach out & make connections that few other creatures on this planet do, including humans. I have been afforded the great privilege to gently handle, groom, & walk besides these herd animals. Their size is only dwarfed by their hearts & sensitive spirits when people take the time to listen, watch, & match the pace of life they take step by step.

I know the basics of awareness, safety, & respect when it comes to handling horses. Each one of the beautiful creatures has a unique personality & story to them that I want to get to know.

The bioelectric field produced from their hearts & our as humans has the moving ability to sync up in what is now being referred to as cardiac coregulation. The blood pressure, pulse, & rate can have the calming effect mutually. To be able to become either in tune or engage at a higher energy level depends on that dynamic relationship that is ever changing.

There is a vast list of things that I look forward to learning about not only the equine profession but the proper care & treatment of the whole animal. Gaining comprehensive knowledge from muzzle to tail & ears to hoof for anatomy & physiology that I would appreciate & be able to assist in giving the best performance & quality of life. I would be so bold to say that I eagerly & patiently hunger to glean the touch & insight of a horse whisper. But humbly I acknowledge that the process begins with listening, learning, & following the lead of wiser people.

Of all the things I can be taught, to gently & confidently provide care & support for one of the greatest creatures in my opinion we get to share our lives with is something that I believe is a richly rewarding opportunity. The priceless treasure is the connection & moments made between a horse & a boy as C.S. Lewis once wrote."

07/04/2026

Happy 250th 4th of July to everyone! I hope you have a happy and safe holiday 💗
Featuring "A Little Bit of Magic" wearing our country's colors with pride

06/29/2026

Let's do a slow Table Of Contents release for my upcoming textbook "Foundations of Equine Biomechanics, Neurology, Observation and Assessment"
There will also be a public version of this book released that will have the schooling and Next Step NeuroBalance System™ content removed!
There will be original illustrations and photographs throughout the book to enhance the readers understanding of the subjects (maybe a sneak peak at some of those to come?) Along with key takeaways and knowledge checks!
This book is AUTOMATICALLY INCLUDED in your tuition cost when you sign up for certification 1!

06/26/2026

I've hit over 200 followers! Let's do a giveaway to celebrate my upcoming product line!

What you win: one 30ml roller bottle filled with your choice of signature organic essential oil blend for your horse!

How to enter: like, share, and tag 3 friends on this original post! I would also highly appreciate and love if you invite your friends to follow my page as well! I'll be doing an even better giveaway at 300 followers!

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