Beyond Horse Massage: A Breakthrough Interactive Method for Alleviating Soreness, Strain, and Tension [Hardcover]

Jim Masterson (Author), Stefanie Reinhold (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 14, 2011

Developed to improve performance in equine athletes competing in high-demand environments—from show jumping, harness racing, and endurance to reining and barrel racing—this interactive touch method of equine message teaches any horse owner to recognize and use the responses of the horse to find and release accumulated tensions. Intuitive and interactive, this unique method enables the horse to actively participate in relieving strained muscles. With direction on where to begin on the horse’s physique, step-by-step instruction for employing various techniques included in the method, and detailed coaching for different breeds and disciplines, this guide offers a unique opportunity to connect horse and rider resulting in superior health and performance.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"In Beyond Horse Massage the reader is introduced to a method of unique, interactive bodywork that is done with the horse, not to the horse, and horses love it. . . . A must-have for horse lovers and guardians as well as professional bodyworkers!" —Natural Horse (January 4, 2012)

About the Author

Jim Masterson is the equine massage therapist for the USET Endurance teams and has worked with equine clientele competing in the FEI World Cup, the Pan American Games, and the World Games. He developed a unique method of equine bodywork known as the Masterson Method that he teaches to horse owners, trainers, and therapists throughout the world. He lives in Fairfield, Iowa. Stefanie Reinhold is a certified Masterson Method™ practitioner (MMCP) and instructor, and is the owner of Reinhold's Horse Wellness™ Equine Massage & Bodywork. She lives in Madison, Wisconsin.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 240 pages
• Publisher: Trafalgar Square Books; Spi edition (October 14, 2011)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1570764727
• ISBN-13: 978-1570764721
• Product Dimensions: 9.8 x 9.8 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,986 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #1 in Books > Medical Books > Veterinary Medicine > Equine Medicine
  • #5 in Books > Sports & Outdoors > Individual Sports > Horses > Equestrian
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars a most wonderful tool, December 9, 2011

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Jacqueline A. Jenkins (Mokelumne Hill, CA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Beyond Horse Massage: A Breakthrough Interactive Method for Alleviating Soreness, Strain, and Tension (Hardcover)

I have been a certified acupressurist for 20 yrs and this method absolutely streamlined my approach. The results are truly almost instantaneous for the horses. The book itself is well laid out with step by steps and detailed proceedures with pictures. It is specifically formatted to be used 'on location', i.e.: a wire binding so that it will lay flat for easy on site access while performing proceedures. I felt the most important message was stressing to readers (practitioners) that you need to pay attention to the horse for its reaction to the touch and to learn to adjust your own responses as opposed to making the horse respond in a human manner. Horses are (as are all animals) extremely subtle in their responses and are wonderful teachers. Jim Masterson expressed a desire to provide laymen and professionals alike with an invaluable tool. He has succeeded. He is a generous teacher.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Beyond Horse Massage, December 17, 2011

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This review is from: Beyond Horse Massage: A Breakthrough Interactive Method for Alleviating Soreness, Strain, and Tension (Hardcover)

I bought this book because I watched a woman use the "Masterson Method" on a rescue horse and watched the physical relaxation take place in the horse. It was amazing! The book is written so it is very easy to follow and has some humor thrown in. There are detailed instructions and plenty of pictures. The book is spiral bound so it can be taken it to the barn to review while working on your horse. This book is certainly worth the small investment.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Reference, December 13, 2011

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Rebecca Penoyar (Shelton, WA USA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Beyond Horse Massage: A Breakthrough Interactive Method for Alleviating Soreness, Strain, and Tension (Hardcover)

Having no background in any body work, and being clumsy myself, I was able to get releases, and learn to control my own responses, as well as help my horse. Extremely well written, clear step by step directions, with emphasis placed on the important points.