The Stable Hour

International Equestrian Podcast hosted by Eva Cappelen

The Stable Hour is a place for conversations that inspire us to become the best equestrians we can be.

For our horses. For our sport. For ourselves. And for each other.

Through honest conversations, new perspectives, and stories from across the equestrian world, we explore the ideas, experiences, and challenges that shape who we are both in and out of the saddle.

Across disciplines. Across levels. Across borders.

Because We Are Better Together.
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S1 · E8
August 3 · 58 min
On the Road to Aachen 2026: What Makes Sweden So Successful? | National Team Coach Henrik Ankarcrona
Ahead of the FEI World Championships in Aachen, we wanted to take you inside the thinking, leadership and values that have helped shape one of the most successful show jumping nations of the past decade. In this season finale of The Stable Hour, Eva Cappelen sits down with Sweden's National Team Coach, Henrik Ankarcrona. Widely respected across the equestrian world, Henrik has played an important role in helping Sweden achieve Olympic, World and European Championship success, while becoming one of the sport's most respected leaders. But this conversation isn't only about Sweden. Together, Eva and Henrik explore what creates environments where horses, riders and teams can continue developing year after year. From preparing athletes for championships to discussing horse welfare, the future of our sport, attracting the next generation and balancing tradition with innovation, Henrik shares the reflections and experiences that have shaped his approach to leadership over the past decade. A conversation about people, horses, responsibility and the future of equestrian sport. It's not every day we get the opportunity to sit down with, and truly get to know, a leader like Henrik Ankarcrona. ------------------------------------------- A special thank you to our incredible Season 1 partners for believing in our vision and helping make The Stable Hour possible. We truly recommend checking them out and supporting the companies that continue to invest in better horse welfare, education and innovation within our sport. Thank you to: 🐴 Equine LTS – @equinelts 🐴 Consteed – @consteed 🐴 Tekzo – @tekzo FOLLOW THE STABLE HOUR Instagram: @thestablehour TikTok: @thestablehour YouTube: @TheStableHour Website: www.thestablehour.com Hosted by Eva Cappelen Creative Director & Brand Design: Paulina Sakuta Produced by: The Stable Hour Productions ApS Music: Saachi Studios Search topics 🇬🇧 Show jumping, horse welfare, equestrian podcast, Henrik Ankarcrona, Sweden, leadership, team culture, rider development, FEI, Olympic show jumping 🇩🇪 Springreiten, Pferdesport, Pferdewohl, Reitsport Podcast, Henrik Ankarcrona 🇫🇷 Saut d'obstacles, sport équestre, bien-être du cheval, podcast équestre 🇳🇱 Springpaarden, paardensport, paardenwelzijn, paardenpodcast 🇸🇪 Hästsport, hoppsport, hästvälfärd, ridsport, Henrik Ankarcrona 🇳🇴 Hestesport, sprangridning, hestevelferd, ridepodkast 🇪🇸 Salto ecuestre, deporte ecuestre, bienestar equino
S1 · E7
July 27 · 44 min
Our Horses’ Biggest Behavioural Problems… Come From Us? Horsemanship Trainer Leo Rauscher Explains
What if some of the behavioural problems we see in our horses are actually behaviours we have unintentionally taught them? In this episode of The Stable Hour, Eva Cappelen sits down with horsemanship trainer Leo Rauscher, who works predominantly within the international showjumping industry, helping people understand their horses and helping horses understand their people. But this conversation isn't only about difficult horses. It's about everything that happens before a problem becomes a problem. Understanding how horses communicate. How they respond to pressure. Why preparation matters. The balance between empathy and leadership. And how the small things we do every day can shape the behaviours we see later. Together, Eva and Leo discuss young horses, groundwork, travelling, loading, handling, pressure and release, trust, leadership, and why we sometimes unintentionally teach horses the exact behaviours we later try to correct. They also question some of the habits deeply rooted in our sport: why we lead, lunge, free-jump and warm up horses predominantly in one direction, why we expect horses to simply know how to handle situations they may never have been properly prepared for, and whether we have become so specialised in the sport that we sometimes overlook the foundations underneath it. A thought-provoking and practical conversation about horsemanship, behaviour, communication, and becoming better at understanding the horses we work with every day. PARTNER OF THIS EPISODE This episode is brought to you by Equine LTS. Use code THESTABLEHOUR for 10% off selected products. 🌐 www.equinelts.com 📱 @equinelts FOLLOW THE STABLE HOUR Instagram: @thestablehour TikTok: @thestablehour YouTube: @TheStableHour Website: www.thestablehour.com Hosted by Eva Cappelen Creative Director & Brand Design: Paulina Sakuta Produced by: The Stable Hour Productions ApS Music: Saachi Studios
S1 · E6
July 20 · 39 min
The Truth About Injuries, X-Rays & Buying Sport Horses | Sports Veterinarian Dr. Emilie Sudraud
In this episode of The Stable Hour, host Eva Cappelen sits down with 5* Sports Veterinarian Dr. Emilie Sudraud to explore one of the biggest concerns we all share as riders and horse owners: keeping our horses healthy, sound and performing. From injuries and overload to rehabilitation, compensation and X-rays, Emilie shares her experience from working with sport horses at the highest level and explains why we need to look at the horse as a whole — not just the injury we can see. Together, we discuss: • The most common injuries and overload problems in sport horses • Why your feeling as a rider matters when something feels "off" • How compensation can cause problems elsewhere in the horse's body • Injuries, rehabilitation and returning to work • Why movement, muscle, fitness and overall health matter • What happens when a horse changes rider, stable and training system • What X-rays can — and cannot — tell us when buying a horse • Why imperfect X-rays don't necessarily mean an imperfect sport horse • The difference between buying a horse for performance and buying for resale Whether you're a professional rider, amateur, groom, trainer or passionate horse owner, this episode offers an honest look at how we can become better at listening to our horses, working with our veterinary teams and making decisions that support healthier, longer and more sustainable careers. Guest: Dr. Emilie Sudraud 5★ Sports Veterinarian ------------------------------------------------ This episode is proudly sponsored by Consteed. Consteed is helping riders bring data into everyday horse management with its innovative smart hoof boot — providing measurable insights that can help us better understand and monitor our horses. Because as riders, we know the feeling when something isn't quite right. Consteed helps turn that feeling into measurable data. Learn more at Consteed.com. A huge thank you to all of The Stable Hour's Season 1 partners for believing in our mission to make the equestrian world more connected through honest conversations and knowledge sharing. Together, you're helping us bring world-class experts, Olympic champions and industry leaders to riders across Europe. Because We Are Better Together. 🌐 Website: www.thestablehour.com 📩 Contact: info@thestablehour.com 🎥 Watch on YouTube: / @thestablehour Follow The Stable Hour: 📸 Instagram: @thestablehour 🎵 TikTok: @thestablehour 💼 LinkedIn: The Stable Hour Hosted by Eva Cappelen Creative Director & Brand Design: Paulina Sakuta Produced by The Stable Hour Productions ApS Music: Saachi Studios
S1 · E5
July 13 · 41 min
20 Minutes That Could Change Your Riding | Equestrian Fitness Coach Nina Hammarström
We spend countless hours training our horses. But how often do we train ourselves? In this episode of The Stable Hour, host Eva Cappelen sits down with Equestrian Fitness Coach Nina Hammarström to explore one of the most overlooked aspects of equestrian performance: the rider. From strength and balance to mobility, nutrition and recovery, Nina explains how your own body directly influences your horse's movement, communication and performance. The best part? Becoming a better rider doesn't require hours in the gym. In fact, just 20 minutes of focused training, three times a week, can make a remarkable difference. Together, we discuss: • Why rider fitness may be your biggest untapped performance advantage • How your body affects your horse more than you think • Core strength, balance and mobility • Pelvic pain, lower back pain and common rider asymmetries • Training for different horses and disciplines • How to build a simple, sustainable training routine • Nutrition, hydration and recovery for riders • Protein, creatine and supplements • Practical tips you can start using today Whether you're a professional rider, amateur, groom, trainer or passionate horse owner, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you become a stronger, healthier and more effective partner for your horse. Guest: Nina Hammarström Equestrian Fitness Coach Instagram: @nina_equestrian_fitness A huge thank you to all of The Stable Hour's Season 1 partners for believing in our mission to make the equestrian world more connected through honest conversations and knowledge sharing. Together, you're helping us bring world-class experts, Olympic champions and industry leaders to riders across Europe. Because We Are Better Together. 🌐 Website: www.thestablehour.com 📩 Contact: info@thestablehour.com 🎥 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thestablehour Follow The Stable Hour: 📸 Instagram: @thestablehour 🎵 TikTok: @thestablehour 💼 LinkedIn: The Stable Hour Hosted by Eva Cappelen Creative Director & Brand Design: Paulina Sakuta Produced by The Stable Hour Productions ApS Production Partner: CPH Content Creators Music: Saachi Studios
S1 · E4
July 6 · 36 min
Performance Starts with Feeding – Part 2 | The Biggest Causes of Suffering in Sport Horses | Feeding Expert & Veterinarian Idun Rosenfeld
Cases of colic and ulcers ( Stomach Wounds) don't start the day your horse shows symptoms, but days, weeks, or even months before. In Part 2 of our conversation, feeding expert and veterinarian Idun Rosenfeld explains how everyday management, feeding routines, hydration, stress, travel, and forage quality can influence your horse's gut health and the risk of both colic and gastric ulcers. Together, we discuss: •⁠ ⁠The early warning signs every horse owner should know •⁠ ⁠Why hydration is more important than many riders realize •⁠ ⁠Feeding routines that support a healthy digestive system •⁠ ⁠Stress, travel and competition •⁠ ⁠Colic and gastric ulcers •⁠ ⁠Practical ways to reduce your horse's risk Whether you're a competitive rider, trainer, breeder or passionate horse owner, this episode is packed with practical, research-based knowledge to help you make better decisions for your horse. Topics covered: stomach ulcers (stomach wounds), colic, equine gut health, horse nutrition, maagzweren, koliek, ulcères gastriques, colique, mavesår, magsår, kolikk, and more. This episode is proudly sponsored by Tekzo. HayDrop is an innovative timed hay feeder designed to support a more natural feeding routine by reducing long periods without forage. 🎁 Discount code: THESTABLEHOUR Learn more: https://tekzo.dk/products/haydrop?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=audio&utm_campaign=haydrop Because We Are Better Together. 🌐 www.thestablehour.com Contact: info@thestablehour.com Watch on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@TheStableHour Follow The Stable Hour: 📸 Instagram: @thestablehour 🎵 TikTok: @thestablehour Creative Director & Brand Design: Paulina Sakuta Produced by The Stable Hour Productions ApS Music: Saachi Studios
S1 · E3
June 29 · 40 min
Performance Starts with Feeding Feeding | Expert & Veterinarian Idun Rosenfeld
What if one of the biggest factors influencing your horse's health, welfare, and performance isn't training—but feeding? In this episode of The Stable Hour, we sit down with feeding expert and veterinarian Idun Rosenfeld to explore the foundations of equine nutrition. Together, we discuss why forage should always come first, the most common feeding mistakes horse owners make, how to evaluate hay quality, and why understanding your horse's nutritional needs is essential for both long-term health and performance. Whether you're a competitive rider, trainer, breeder, or passionate horse owner, this conversation is packed with practical, research-based insights that can help you make better decisions for your horse. In this episode, we cover: • Why performance starts with feeding • The importance of forage and fibre • How to choose the right hay • Hay vs. haylage vs. straw • Why analysing your hay matters • Mould, forage quality and hidden risks • Water, hydration and electrolytes • Practical feeding advice every horse owner should know Because We Are Better Together. This episode is proudly sponsored by Tekzo. HayDrop is an innovative timed hay feeder designed to support a more natural feeding routine by reducing long periods without forage. Discount Code: THESTABLEHOUR 🌐 Learn more: ⁠Tekzo.dk⁠ 🌐 Website: www.thestablehour.com 🎥 Watch on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@TheStableHour Follow The Stable Hour: 📸 Instagram: @thestablehour 🎵 TikTok: @thestablehour Creative Direction & Brand Design: Paulina Sakuta Produced by: The Stable Hour Productions ApS Music: Saachi Studios
S1 · E2
June 22 · 58 min
Olympic Champion Julia Krajewski: Dream Big, Plan Realistic
What does it really take to become an Olympic champion? In Episode 2 of The Stable Hour, Eva Cappelen sits down with Olympic Champion Julia Krajewski, the first woman in history to win individual Olympic gold in eventing. But this conversation isn't really about medals. It's about the years behind them. Growing up without a horsey background. Learning to build a career from the ground up. Dealing with setbacks, loss, pressure, expectations, and finding a way forward when things don't go according to plan. Together, Eva and Julia discuss the difference between dreams and goals, the mindset behind long-term success, horse welfare at the highest level, social media, young riders, and why success doesn't necessarily erase suffering. A thoughtful and honest conversation about horses, ambition, resilience, and the long game behind greatness. Partner:Equine LTS Use code: THESTABLEHOUR for 10% off selected products. www.equinelts.com Follow The Stable Hour: Instagram: @thestablehour TikTok: @thestablehour YouTube: @TheStableHour Website: www.thestablehour.com Hosted by Eva Cappelen Creative Director & Brand Design: Paulina Sakuta Produced by: Stable Hour Productions ApS Music: Saachi Studios
S1 · E1
June 15 · 1 hr 1 min
Trainer Pether Markne: The Horse Comes First
What happens when results become more important than the horse?t In the first episode of The Stable Hour, Eva Cappelen sits down with Pether Markne, one of Europe's most respected trainers and horsemen, an Olympic dressage rider, and former international showjumper, for a conversation about horsemanship, patience, and long-term development. Together, they discuss why so many riders rush the process, the importance of understanding the horse instead of blaming it, and how curiosity often creates better results than frustration. Pether shares his thoughts on modern equestrian sport, the pressure facing young riders, the role of trainers, and why true progress starts with learning to see the horse in front of you. From flatwork and foundations to mindset, management, and the responsibility we carry as riders, this episode explores what it really means to love the horse more than the sport. Hosted by Eva Cappelen. Because We Are Better Together. 🌐 www.thestablehour.com Watch on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@TheStableHour Follow The Stable Hour: 📸 Instagram: @thestablehour TikTok: @thestablehour Creative Director & Brand Design: Paulina Sakuta Produced by The Stable Hour Music: Saachi Studios
June 13 · 1 min
Welcome to The Stable Hour | The Story Behind the Podcast
The Stable Hour is an international equestrian podcast and media platform built around one simple belief: We are better together. In this short introduction, founder Eva Cappelen shares the vision behind The Stable Hour, why it was created, and what listeners can expect from future episodes. Through honest conversations with Olympic athletes, trainers, veterinarians, industry experts, and everyday horse people, we explore performance, horse welfare, personal development, and the stories that shape our sport. Because being the best equestrian isn't just about results. It's about the horses we care for, the people we become, and the legacy we leave behind. New episodes launching soon. Follow The Stable Hour on Spotify, YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok. Website: www.thestablehour.com Instagram:@thestablehour TikTok: @TheStableHour Creative Director & Brand Design: Paulina Sakuta Music: Saachi Studios Produced by The Stable Hour

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