All of Shannan’s 10 must haves
We have been proudly sponsoring Shannan Goodwin, Dressage Rider for some years and watch with amazement as she soars into the dressage stratosphere with her horse Astro.
Here are Shannan’s top 10 must haves that keep her and her horses on top of their game:
1. SUPA-LICIOUS Equine Treats: they are an all natural treat and my horses are crazy about them.
2. Emergency Kit from The Horse Herbalist: including The Horse Herbalist’s “Settle Petal” to calm young horse (& rider!) nerves, and all our first aid needs.
3. My Amerigo saddle: from Edwards Saddleworld Toowoomba, this saddle has done wonders for my riding.
4. Morning and afternoon walks: Astro at the big comps likes to have an hour each morning and night to graze, usually includes a good roll, and he will take some time to lick dirt which keeps him happy.
5. A jog: helps manage any competition nerves building up and keeps Shannan happy.
6. Bacon and egg burger for breakfast: just the right way to start the day.
7. A banana: usually half an hour before I ride, to give me the energy I need.
8. Zone in time: usually consists of learning my test, watching past tests on the iPad and sometimes even a quick 20 minute power nap.
9. A thousand pins and hair ties to keep my hair in, as it’s very long and thick.
10. A super groom: usually my Mum or my partner, to be there to share the moments with me.