Pivot Point of View

In this episode, Becky & Destri break down the differences between acupuncture and dry needling—what they are, how they work, and when each might be used for humans AND horses.

In this refreshing episode of Pivot Point of View, we take the plunge—literally! Join us as we dive into the world of cold plunging: what it is, why it works, and how to safely get started. Whether you're a competitive rider, a weekend rancher, or someone simply looking to boost your recovery and resilience, this episode is packed with practical advice and inspiration.

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In this episode of Pivot Point of View, we recap a whirlwind few weeks at the Bonus Race World Finals and the Nebraska High School Rodeo Finals. We’re giving a big shoutout to our incredible clients who qualified for Nationals—your hard work and grit inspire us every day!

In this episode of Pivot Point of View, we’re diving into three powerful topics in equine health and rehab:

– EPM: What it is, how to recognize it, and why timing matters in treatment and recovery.

– The Assisi Loop: How this non-invasive PEMF therapy supports cellular healing and reduces inflammation in horses.

– Kissing Spine: What causes it, how it’s diagnosed, and what real-world rehab can look like — with or without surgery.

Whether you're working with performance horses, ranch horses, or riding partners, this episode offers practical insights from the rehab field that c...

In this episode, Jamie Olson breaks down exactly how he turned his health around — using intermittent fasting, shoulder rehab, and strength training with Pivot Point Equine & Rider Rehab.

He’s leaner, stronger, and riding better than ever. If you're a rider battling pain, burnout, or just ready to feel good again — this one’s for you.

In Part 1 of this two-part conversation, Jamie Olson of Jamie Olson Performance Horses opens up about the physical and emotional challenges that pushed him to a breaking point — and ultimately led to a major shift in his life.

From broken bones and shoulder pain to a renewed sense of purpose, Jamie’s story is raw, real, and relatable for anyone who's ever felt stuck and knew something had to change.

This episode is about recognizing the hard truth — and deciding to do something about it.

Stay tuned for Part 2, where Jamie...

In this episode of Pivot Point of View, we're bringing you a full recap of the Extreme Cowgirl Challenge in Leoti, Kansas, joined by two incredible guests: CJ Garland and Jason Perry of Perry Quarter Horses.

From wild runs to intense obstacles, CJ and Jason walk us through the highlights, the grit, and the glory of this high-stakes event. But it’s not just about competition—we dive into the behind-the-scenes of staying strong in the saddle.

Both CJ and Jason are longtime clients of Pivot Point Rider Rehab, and they share how targeted therapy has...

Welcome to Pivot Point of View, the podcast where we dive into the intersection of performance, wellness, and partnership—both in and out of the saddle. Brought to you by Pivot Point Equine & Rider Rehab, this week’s episode is all about mindset.

We’re talking about how your mental game influences everything—from your health and recovery, to your relationship with your horse, to how you show up in competition and in everyday life. Whether you're navigating setbacks, chasing goals, or just trying to stay balanced, this episode will give you tools and perspective to shift your thi...

Saddle fit matters—more than most riders realize. In this episode of the Pivot Point of View podcast, we unpack how improper saddle fit can negatively affect both horse and rider, from biomechanics and posture to behavior and long-term soundness.

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Whether you ride competitively or for work, understanding saddle fit is essential for connection, comfort, and results. Tune in...

In this episode of Pivot Point of View, we saddle up and dive deep into the wild, gritty world of ranch bronc riding with TeJay Fenster—where real working cowboys and cowgirls test their mettle in the arena using the same gear they rely on out on the range.

We explore the roots of this traditional rodeo event, the difference between ranch bronc and pro saddle bronc, and what makes this event a true showcase of ranch life and rider toughness.

You’ll hear about the physical demands on both...

In this episode, we dive into the gritty reality behind a surprisingly common issue among riders & ropers: shoulder impingement. Whether you're swinging a rope in the arena, reaching up to your saddle horn, bridling a horse, or chasing with a particularly feisty donkey at a jackpot in Oklahoma, your shoulder takes a beating.

We'll break down what shoulder impingement actually is, how it shows up in riders & ropers, and why events like donkey roping—yes, it’s a real thing—can put your shoulder mechanics to the test. From inflammation to instability, we cover the si...

Sherry Jarvis helps so many riders gain confidence in her riding, so when she thought she was going to have to give it up, due to pain, she was devastated. She is a published author and horse trainer and thought she was getting near the end of her riding career, until recently when she started on her program with us here at Pivot Point.

Listen in as Sherry tells her story and shares feeling devastated when the biggest part of her identity was being jeopardized. She shares her experience with getting started on our...

March has been a whirlwind of activity with lots of equine events, despite the cold weather. Destri & Becky recap the month, plus have some fun extracurricular activities to talk about! This episode shows the lighter side of our Pivot Point Professionals!

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In this episode of "Pivot Point of View", Becky & Destri get the opportunity to chat with Dr. Jordan Barber, acupuncturist and pain management specialist, about different ways to manage pain issues, from use of techniques such as trigger point work with acupuncture or dry needling, and then also working to correct the issues that created the trigger point in the first place.

Dr Barber feels there is a unique set of issues that develop for people that spend time in the saddle, whether it is a saddle on a horse or a bicycle. Time...

In this episode of Pivot Point of View, Dru Stewart from the Equine Network stops by to talk about his journey from roping and creating content on YouTube, to training to run a 100k Trail Ultra. Dru and Destri also talk about how physical changes in your body can affect your roping, from riding different horses to the roping classification number system. Then, Dru talks about the Timed Event Finals and his experience training for this Iron Man event. Lots of great content in this episode, stay hooked, you won't want to miss it!

This mother daughter duo is fun to listen to, as they describe their passion for their breeding program, and for life. Ashlee and Cydnee both are on Pivot Point programs and give the viewer an honest insight as to what being on a program is like and what it has done for the health and wellbeing.

Cydnee is a team roper with Fort Hays State University and is part of the team that has volunteered to get fit with Pivot Point Equine & Rider Rehab. She noticed that an old knee problem from high school...

We have been working hard to make our client experience the best possible. We have updated our website so that it is easier to book appointments, and understand what we do best.

Listen in as Becky and Destri discuss the new website, the exercise app, and some of the individuals they have been able to help this week with virtual evals.

Check out the new website at www.pivotpointequine.com. Please rate and share our podcast with others so we can grow our audience and continue to help those...

Oh baby~ Its cold outside!

Becky & Destri talk about cold weather care of horses, as well as cold weather preparation and attire as you exercise or work outside.

From colic prevention and care in a blizzard, to tips to keeping them eating and drinking in this weather. They also discuss the controversial topic of to blanket or not blanket your horse in the winter.

They also dive into how a morning routine can set your day up for success. Becky starts her day at 5:30, with a gym...

Becky & Destri have been covering some territory lately. In this episode, they recap the last couple weeks for the Pivot Point Team, which includes Destri covering the Fort Worth Stock Show Rodeo with the Justin Sports Medicine Team as well as with Becky at Fort Hays State University to evaluate and program the college rodeo athletes on the team.

Becky also had the opportunity to ride a very nice reined cow horse trained by Jayde Trump and saw patients from Kansas and Nebraska at barrel races and privately to help meet people where they...

Do you have chronic pain or illness that the doctors have no idea where it is coming from? Dr. David Clarke has been the guy to call when nothing seems to show up and tests are all negative, but the pain won't go away.

He is a board certified gastroenterologist, that has been instrumental in helping people identify area of their life that may have created trauma, that gets internalized and manifests itself in unrelenting pain in the body.

He provides simple ways to identify some of these areas...

Everyone is looking to be motivated, especially this time of year, but Emma touches on a very important part of success, which is NOT motivation, but instead discipline. Motivation can get you started, but it truly takes discipline to get you to your goals.

Tune into this episode to find out more about how this 19 year old harnesses her discipline to do the things others are not willing to do. She has picked up a part time job selling knives while attending college and it is truly changing her life, as well as many...

In this episode, Becky & Destri discuss how leg length issues contribute to pain in people and horses. Becky also shares her slip up with her contractor about the 50 shades of grey that she has on her property.

Have you heard of Andy Frisella's "75 Hard" program for mental toughness? In this episode, Becky & Destri dive into the program a bit deeper, and then also compare it to its easier counterpart, "75 Soft".

Becky and a group of Pivot Point followers have started 75 hard this year in 2025. Some of them found the 75 hard to be more than they could commit to, so they have opted to do the 75 soft plan.

Listen in as Pivot Point of View describes the differences, to see which plan might be right for you. <...

Becky & Destri are back from the holiday break and take a look back at 2024, while also giving a preview of 2025. In this episode they cover some highs, some lows, and what is coming up on the horizon.

This week's episode features Becky and Destri talking about the NFR along with the importance of your mindset going into the new year.

From injuries, to intense finishes over the 10 days of the NFR, Becky and Destri Recap the best 10 days of the year. They also talk about the intense demand that level of competition puts on not only the athletes, but their equine partners as well.

Having a clear and positive mind is half the battle during competition and Becky and Destri share their own experiences from the we...

In this episode, Becky & Destri get a chance to talk to CJ Garland of Perry Quarter horses about “The Extreme Cowgirl Challenge”.

This is a first of its kind team event designed & hosted by Perry Quarter Horses, and is for cowgirls who normally compete in Reined Cow Horse &/or Ranch Horse events. Their goal is to give these fantastic athletes & their horses a stage to show their stuff as part of a team.

This year’s event will take place on Mothers day weekend, May 9-11, 2025 at Perry Quarter Horses Ranch located just outside of Leoti...

Tune in as we welcome Lidia Taylor with Dressage for Everybody. Her expertise in helping riders of all disciplines learn how to cue their horses at a natural point in their stride is a gamechanger in improving communication with horse and rider. She is incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about improving the conversation between horse and rider, along with identifying restrictions in riders and their horses. This helps connect the dots to mitigate potential issues and solve them in a quiet simple way that helps to gain the trust of your horse and abilities. Listen in now!

At 72 years old, Jerri Duce’s trick riding performance at the 2024 Canadian National Finals Rodeo took the world by storm. She is accomplished in many areas of the rodeo scene not only in trick riding, but also is a nine time Canadian Barrel Racing Champion. She was the first Canadian woman to qualify for the National Finals Rodeo in Oklahoma City in 1975 and was the first woman inducted into the Canadian Pro-Rodeo Hall of Fame in 1997.

She has worn many hats in the western industry running a trick riding school and now works in the film industry as...

This week Becky and Destri discuss off season conditioning further including recovery strategies, and types of training that are appropriate in off season, and reconditioning yourself and your horse for the upcoming season.

In the first of our series of off season conditioning episodes, Destri and Becky dive in deeper to the process of goal setting to get your mind right and a path set to success in this next year.

In this episode, Becky shares with you the process she has used to set goals in her businesses and with her horses to give her a clear path or plan to success. This process involves breaking this up into the Bigger 1 year vision; into 90 day sprints; 30 day objectives; and 1 week tasks.

For you copy of these goal...

Cameron of Schoneberg Performance bits joins Becky & Destri in this episode to discuss how a welder, turned bit maker, has made such a name for himself in the western industry.

You can find Cameron’s bits in the hands of many elite trainers, such as Andrea Fappani in the reining world; as well as Kristin Weaver Brown, Ashley Schafer, Samantha Flannery, Joy Wargo, Pete Owen, Lauren Strough, and Becca Fellman in the barrel racing world.

Cameron and his wife Emily along with their son are all hands on deck to build the best bits in th...

Destri is joined in this episode by Dr. Ian Goodman of Tulsa Bone & Joint Associates, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. They discuss hip labrum tears; non-operative vs operative options for treatment. They also discuss expected recovery time.

If you are having hip pain when you ride, this episode is full of great information about the hip joint and labrum. Check out Dr. Goodman and his colleagues at https://tulsaboneandjoint.com/

Drew and Cristi Gaffney of the Cornhusker Futurity and barrel race sit down with Becky to dive into the ins and outs of putting on a futurity as a couple and how their breeding program has developed and produced winners over the years.

They share a passion for good horses and love to be able to use them on their Nebraska sandhills ranch. They discuss the benefits of talking to people who are knowledgeable about the horse business when making decisions about breeding or starting young ones.

Cristi and Drew also visit about dating after...

Being a PRCA Rodeo announcer, Travis brings a unique perspective about health and wellness to “Pivot Point of View” in this episode. He not only gets a front row seat to watching rodeo athletes compete and develop over the years, but he also gets some great insiders behind the scenes perspective at the elite events across the country.

Travis provides some great nuggets on life as well: “Be willing to say ‘yes’ to something you have never done before” ~ It just might change your life. “Never let the same mistake beat you twice” If you like this episode, please...

Deb and Steve Christy have been producing barrel races in the Nebraska and Kansas region for years and they understand what it takes to put on a great race. Deb is quick to give credit to her wonderful help that has been helping her from the start.

Deb also knows a thing or two about rider rehab, having had a total hip replacement and also preparing for a total knee replacement later this year. Deb discusses how her sessions with Pivot Point have helped her get on her horses better and do every day tasks like climbing...

Necessity is the mother of all invention and that holds true with these passionate equine enthusiasts, Jill and Lynda. They saw a need for something to help reduce anxiety and connect a horse that seemed to have problems with stability. With their background in nursing and massage therapy, they started researching ways to connect the nervous system and body to provide more stability and unity in the horse, which ultimately improves physical performance and function.

Over the years, they have found their product, the Eagle ProSix, to be a central pattern generator and helps horses over come...

Becky, Destri, Gimmie Jo, and Emma are excited to offer a 2 day retreat experience in Hays, Kansas at the beautiful Triple Eight Equine facility!

For anyone that has attended a 1 day clinic, this will be similar, but we will dive in much deeper to the rider health and wellness side of the equation.

From fitness and pain management, to your spiritual health and mental wellbeing- we want to bring the pieces of the puzzle together.

Join us for two days, while you work on yourself on the inside, let Destri and Becky work...

Susan is known for telling it like it is. She may seem like a rough and tumble kind of gal, and one that you wouldn’t want to mess with, but she has a soft side to her too, as you will hear in this interview as she talks about her role as the Nebraska NBHA state director with Becky and Destri.

Susan is passionate about what she does and wants everyone to feel at home when you attend one of her races. She tries hard to make sure that beginners feel as welcomed as the seasoned ve...

In this episode of Pivot point of View, Destri & Becky discuss different taping techniques that they use for various ailments, in people and horses. Tune in to find out what taping techniques might help you!

Are you having knee pain? In this episode, Becky & Destri discuss different types of knee pain, causes, and what you can do to ease the pain in the knees.