Emily Elek of Stonewall Ponies chats with me about how she keeps track of the weight on her hunter ponies and horses, and how she sees excess weight affecting performance. We also talk about challenging the notion of "fat is healthy," and ways to feed for fitness without obesity.

You can read more at:

https://www.theplaidhorse.com/2025/03/09/size-matters-what-does-your-horse-or-pony-weigh/

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Today we talk with Kate Kostenbader about her winter Wellington experience! Dr. Hilary Clayton discusses the new measurement of nose bands with us. Listen in…

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 765:

• Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Megan McIssac|Instagram|Facebook
• Guest: Dr. Hilary Clayton
• Guest: Kate Kostenbader
• Book Club: Build a Better Athlete by Leslie Webb
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Time Stamps:

06:35 – Training Tip

12:32 – Dr. Hilary Clayton

40:44 – Kate Kostenbader

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Episode 3646 Links:

• Hosts of the NRHA Monthly Episode: Christy Landwehr and Sara Honegger of the NRHA
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• Guest: Jason Vanlandingham
• Guest: Nico Sicuro