Lower Back Pain
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Why does my lower back hurt when I stand up, bend over, or walk upstairs?

Common causes and how acupuncture may help. If you have to brace yourself before standing up, bending over, getting out of bed, or walking upstairs because you know your lower back is going to hurt, you’re not alone. Lower back pain is one of the most common reasons people come to see me at Galway…

How to Regain Confidence After Falling Off Your Horse

How to Regain Confidence After Falling Off Your Horse

The Short Answer The first step to rebuilding confidence isn’t getting back on your horse—it’s rebuilding trust in yourself. After a fall, many riders believe they’ve lost their ability. In reality, they’ve often lost trust in themselves. Confidence comes back gradually through small wins, positive experiences, and a shift in how you think about what…

L:ucy Townsley Performance and Mindset Coach for Riders

How to Build Confidence and Perform at Your Best in the Saddle

The short answer Confidence isn’t about never making mistakes. It’s about trusting yourself to keep going when things don’t go to plan. The riders who perform at their best aren’t the ones who never have a rail down, never get eliminated, or never fall. They’re the riders who learn from setbacks, focus on what went…

Why Do I Lose Confidence When Horse Riding? A Rider Confidence Coach Explains
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Why Do I Lose Confidence When Horse Riding? A Rider Confidence Coach Explains

Why Do I Lose Confidence When Horse Riding? One of the biggest myths in horse riding is that confident riders never get nervous. That simply isn’t true. The most confident riders still experience nerves. The difference is that they don’t allow those nerves to take control of their decisions. As a former race jockey, I…

Advanced Scalp Acupuncture in Loughrea, Galway | Galway Acupuncture Hub
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Advanced Scalp Acupuncture in Loughrea, Galway | Galway Acupuncture Hub

This weekend was a little different for me. Most weekends are often spent at showjumping with my daughter — but this weekend was different. This weekend was dedicated to advanced professional training in scalp acupuncture with Professor Dr Wang, a highly respected and sought-after teacher in this field, known internationally for his expertise and world-class…

Quitting Smoking Can Feel overwhelming

Quitting Smoking Can Feel overwhelming

Quitting smoking can feel overwhelming—maybe even scary. You might wonder, What will I do instead? Will I feel empty without it? But here’s the truth: when you let go of something in your life, you’re not left with emptiness. You’re creating space for something better—something healthier and more fulfilling. This isn’t about loss—it’s about growth….