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Easier Movement, Happier LifeAuthor: Mary Debono Language: en-us Genres: Alternative Health, Health & Fitness, Kids & Family, Pets & Animals Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Repetition vs. Refinement: The Missing Piece for Your Dog or Horse (and You)
Episode 143
Wednesday, 25 February, 2026
We've all heard "practice makes perfect." But what if repeating the same movement is actually making things worse?In this episode, Mary unpacks one of the most important distinctions in nervous system-based movement work: the difference between repetition and refinement. While repetition strengthens existing patterns, refinement invites the nervous system to reorganize—to discover a better way of moving rather than simply doing the same thing more.This concept applies directly to all of us, including our horses and dogs. Whether you're working to help your horse move more freely through their back, or supporting a dog who developed compensatory movement habits after an injury, simply repeating movements may reinforce the very patterns you're trying to change.What refinement offers instead is the opportunity for the nervous system to reorganize: more parts of the body participating, less unnecessary effort, more distributed and supported movement.Mary closes with four practical questions you can apply to your own movement and your work with your animals—starting with: what changes if I just slow down?Resources:Grab your FREE video training to help your dog. 🐕 https://www.marydebono.com/lovedog 💥💥Learn how the Feldenkrais MethodⓇ can help improve your seat, position, and balance on your horse! Free rider videos masterclass: https://www.marydebono.com/rider 💥Get Mary’s bestselling, award-winning book, “Grow Young with Your Dog,” for a super low price at: https://tinyurl.com/growyoungwithyourdog. Demonstration videos are included at no extra cost. ⬅️⬅️⬅️All information is for general educational purposes ONLY and doesn't constitute medical or veterinary advice or professional training advice. Please consult a qualified healthcare provider if you, your horse, or your dog are unwell or injured. Always use extreme caution when interacting with horses and dogs.About the Host:Mary Debono is a pioneer in animal and human wellness, blending her expertise as an international clinician, best-selling author, and certified Feldenkrais Method® practitioner. With over three decades of experience, Mary developed Debono Moves, a groundbreaking approach that enhances the performance, well-being, and partnership of animals and their humans.Mary's innovative approach draws from the Feldenkrais Method®, tailored specifically for horse and dog enthusiasts. Her methods have helped animals and humans:Improve athletic ability and performanceEnhance confidence and reduce anxietyReduce physical limitations and discomfortDeepen the human-animal bondMary's flagship online programs, "Move with Your Horse" and "Easier Movement, Happier Dogs," provide animal enthusiasts with an innovative approach that combines the concepts of Feldenkrais® with her signature hands-on work for horses and dogs (Debono Moves). Through this transformative approach, both people and their animal companions discover greater harmony, ease, and connection.
