Fit for Halter Podcast

21/04/2025

👑 Episode 055 | DIY Rockstar Duo 👑

In this crossover episode, we meet JJ and Jamie Ross, better known as the "Ross twins". They are consistently at the top of the APHA Honor Roll with their all-around geldings, Call Me a Cowboy and DaddySleepsToMuch. These twin sisters travel together, have distinct roles when they hit the show grounds, and finish each others sentences.

JJ and Jamie explain their weekly rhythms and the discipline required to stay in shape. They share their grooming tips, workouts, travel habits and a few tips for other DIY amateurs. They share dozens of transferrable tips for the halter pen.

This is an episode of firsts for Fit for Halter: our first in-person interview, first recording at a show (it's a bit noisy!) and first performance guests. Thanks for being part of this community!

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Official American Paint Horse Association
Illinois Paint Horse Association

18/04/2025

Lonestar Nurse Mares llc. Is knocking it out of the park this year! The reviews are outstanding and the mommas are the best ❤️ Listen to learn more and meet the great people behind this much needed service.

14/04/2025

👑 Episode 054 | Lonestar Nurse Mares 👑

In this episode I’m joined by Maryann and Alex, the owners and founders of Lonestar Nurse Mares llc., a unique business that provides nurse mares—surrogate mothers—to orphaned foals in need. When a young horse loses its mother, survival can be uncertain. That’s where Lonestar steps in, offering not just a lifeline, but a nurturing connection that can mean the difference between life and loss.

We talk about how this work started, the challenges and ethics around nurse mare programs, and the incredible moments that come from uniting mares and foals in such a vital way.

Contact information 24/7 - 814.282.0831 or [email protected]

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12/04/2025

Meet Chase and learn about how to SAVE on the brands you know and trust!

Stable Savers is adding more brands to the team to save horse lovers 💰💰

07/04/2025

💵 Episode 053 | Stable Savers 💵

In this episode we meet Chase Parrish, entrepreneur and founder of Stable Savers. Chase Parrish has been around horses his entire life and comes from a family that’s heavily involved in the pleasure industry. He knows what we need to bring out the best in our horses!

Chase created Stable Savers to help horse owners save money on the products we use on a regular basis. He launched Stable Savers about a month ago and is building his team of well-known brands. Stable Savers is a membership club that offers year round black Friday style discounts with products that we use throughout our barns.

Brands include: dac® Vitamins and Minerals K&D Equestrian Harris Leather and Silverworks All That Show Clothing Perri's Leather and more!

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04/04/2025

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Check it out: https://quarterhorseresource.com/home

04/04/2025

Learn more about Leighton Wetzel in Episode 031!

31/03/2025

⭐️ Episode 052 | Bisel Quarter Horses ⭐️

In this episode, we meet Justin Bisel of Bisel Quarter Horses. He was raised in a halter horse family and in the early 2000’s to 2019 he was fully immersed in the horse world as a trainer. He transitioned somewhat recently to the financial world as an advisor and today, he’s taking a few outside training horses including halter horses.

Justin brings a great mix of skills as a trainer, a WCHA carded judge, and APHA and AQHA specialty halter carded judge. He shares insights on the conditioning, feeding, and breeding aspects of the halter industry. You’ll get to see Justin and his wife Ashton in show pen this year!

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Mentions: Purina Horse Feed ProElite Feed Nutrena Feed dac® Vitamins and Minerals
Kent Feeds WCHA

28/03/2025

Russell Mueller brings the science and industry expertise for a great conversation about ProElite Feed ✔️

25/03/2025

The trainer auction is happening NOW!!

24/03/2025

🛡 Episode 051 | ProElite Feed 🛡

In this episode, Russell Mueller, Senior Marketing Manager with ProElite Feed, brings us a master class on nutrition, performance, and the latest in industry trends. He is an equine nutritionist and marketing specialist with a life-long career in the horse feed business.

Outside of work he's an amateur stock horse exhibitor so he has a deep understanding of what it takes to fuel top-performing horses. He breaks down the science behind ProElite’s high-quality formulas and how they help horses reach their full potential.

Learn more about their products at https://proelitehorsefeed.com/

Thank you to Kelley & Adam Wainscott and Covenant Show Horses for connecting us!

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Apple: https://shorturl.at/edSAK

20/03/2025

We give a big shoutout to Kari Bradley and Sail on Sailor in this episode! Listen to learn how this stallion had an influence on the halter industry in Australia!

17/03/2025

⚡️Episode 050 | Halter Down Under ⚡️

Scott Meyers is from New South Wales, Australia and has been involved with horses most of his life. He’s the owner of Meyers Quarter Horses and has been part of the quarter horse scene for about 35 years. Former AQHA judge and current President of the Halter Breeders Group who is working on building the halter-bred horses in Australia with a show model that looks similar to the Breeders Halter Futurity.

He has a beloved band of broodmares and stands two Quarter Horse stallions. He shares his experience with raising high-level halter horses, the importing process, and how he sees the future of halter in Australia and America evolving.

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️Apple: https://shorturl.at/0XQhm

14/03/2025

The Equine Chronicle just released a great article explaining the use of the lip chain, lip cord, and safety lead!

Every year, questions abound about the use of the “lip chain” and its modern counterparts. The confusion is understandable. There are several different versions of the device and different rules regarding its use in various breeds.

Don’t worry. We’re here to break it down for you, thanks to a group of longtime Halter horse trainers and non-pro exhibitors who agreed to share their thoughts on this topic.

Read on for a brief history of the evolution of the lip chain, safety lead, and lip cord, as well as an explanation about the purpose and intent of these devices. Then, we’ll address some misconceptions about the lip chain and common mistakes people make when using them.

Read the complete article here: https://www.equinechronicle.com/lip-chains-and-safety-leads-and-lip-cords-oh-my/

10/03/2025

🍁 Episode 049 | Halter in Canada 🍁

In this episode we meet Chuck Williams, owner of Williams Show Horses in Quebec, Canada. With 40 years in the stock horse business, Chuck brings wisdom and insight about his program, the Canadian halter climate, and his outlook on the global halter industry. He explains his approach to fitting his show horses and how to grow a solid client base.

We discuss long-distance travel, access to shows and the value of a family-run business. He credits several folks from the halter industry for fueling his passion and supporting him along the way.

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09/03/2025

🎉 Happy 1st Birthday to Fit for Halter Podcast 🎉

One year ago I launched a podcast with no idea how to do any of the work but with a deep desire to invest in the halter industry and its people. I wanted to bring practical information along with the faces and stories of the people that make up the sport we love.

Whoa. Ya'll are amazing 🫶

Here are some of the stats I'm most proud of...
📍48 episodes to date
📍73 guests
📍10k+ downloads

I have many people to thank for your advice, support, episode ideas, and connections. Thank you to the Fit for Halter community for listening and supporting this platform! My husband and boys have been my biggest cheerleaders ❤️

Most of all, thank you to the Fit for Halter guests. Thank you for saying yes, for bringing your expertise, stepping out of your comfort zone, and helping me bring this vision to life. I have not met most of you in person but when I do.....look out. I'm a hugger 🤣

06/03/2025

Meet the leading ladies behind Robertson Quarter Horses and Clint Cooper Equine ☀️

03/03/2025

🥇 Episode 048 | The Real MVPs - The Women Behind Two Trainers 🥇

In this episode we’re pulling back the curtain and getting the inside scoop from the real MVPs behind the scenes - the wives of two of our very own halter horse trainers - Mary Robertson, wife of Tom, and Fallen Cooper, wife of Clint.

These women have raised children, established their own professional careers, and walked alongside their husbands through the highs and lows. They know the sheer passion and hard work it takes to succeed in this industry. But what’s life really like as the woman behind the trainer? From barn life to show life and everything in between, we get their unfiltered take!

🎧Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2uCO7u6EQesyJaYIdkb2wi
🎧Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/56277fcc-c372-48ff-9740-ac9f5c00893d/episodes/dad5797a-e418-433d-8d78-00af1e12c8e4/fit-for-halter-podcast-048-the-real-mvps---the-women-behind-two-trainers
🎧Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fit-for-halter-podcast/id1734124076?i=1000697366225