StressLess® Ambassador Meet & Greet: Real Riders, Real Results
When it comes to keeping horses calm, focused, and ready to perform, no one understands the stakes better than the riders, trainers, and owners who work with them every day. That’s why the StressLess® team hosted an intimate Ambassador Meet & Greet earlier this Fall. Together with a diverse group of exceptional horsemen and horsewomen, they dove into how StressLess®, a leading choice among riders searching for the best calming horse supplement, supports horses across disciplines, from dressage to eventing to show jumping and beyond. What unfolded was an inspiring, honest conversation about horsemanship, training philosophy, and the transformative power of a calmer, more confident horse.
Why StressLess®? A Supplement Rooted in Science & Real-Life Success
Before the ambassadors shared their stories, the team opened with a look at what truly sets StressLess® apart. The active ingredient, casein hydrolysate, has been shown to promote relaxation and emotional stability without sedation. Laurie Salmi, one of the StressLess® Ambassadors, described it perfectly. “StressLess® boosts dopamine in the horse’s brain, just enough to help them process, think, and focus without making them dull.”
Lisa Travis, has been a loyal StressLess® user for years, and her message was clear: It helps them think instead of react.
Lisa’s horses stay alert, forward, and willing, but never sleepy or dulled. Her training philosophy centers on setting horses up for success rather than forcing them through tension, and she praised how StressLess® supports that approach.
Eventers Rick Wallace and Briggs Surratt spoke about how StressLess® has changed the way their horses feel, both physically and mentally. Rick and Briggs have seen StressLess® benefit an array of horses, including Warmbloods, Thoroughbreds, young horses, and seasoned competitors alike.
They couldn’t be more proud of their four-star pony, Corture, whose success is built on a foundation of correct training and emotional wellbeing.
Trainer Suzanne LaPorte highlighted something many riders overlook, “You have to reduce stress before you can create brilliance.”
One of her most challenging horses made a remarkable turnaround once StressLess® became part of his daily routine. The supplement helped him settle, absorb training, and trust his environment, transformations Suzanne now relies on for every new import. For her, StressLess® is an essential tool in the category of best calming horse supplements, especially for riders managing sensitive, reactive, or newly imported horses.
Known for her thoughtful approach to rehabilitating sensitive horses, Vicke McCall shared one of the most compelling stories of the day. A traumatized off-the-track Thoroughbred had shut down mentally and emotionally until StressLess® helped him reconnect with his environment and begin to trust again.
Vicke explained, “You cannot have the body without the mind, and you can’t have the mind without the body.”
StressLess® helps horses access the mental stability they need before any physical training can begin. And unlike sedatives, it never alters their personality.
Show jumper Justine Dutton-Barnard works with horses who need to stay sharp without being spooky. StressLess® has been a game-changer for helping these athletes focus on the job without losing their jump or energy. Her Connemaras, imported from Europe to Florida, also benefit from StressLess® during their transition to a demanding new environment.
Arabian horses feel everything, and Laurie Salmi knows this better than anyone. Her gelding, Sheldon, showed remarkable improvement within just 24 hours of starting StressLess®, becoming more rideable, relaxed, and focused even in chaotic environments. She’s since introduced the product to respected trainers like Wendy Potts, who have seen similarly positive results.
Sandra Beaulieu shared how StressLess® has helped her anxious new Friesian settle into his routine, relax in the pasture, and feel secure during rides. She loves that it’s easy to administer and gentle enough for daily use, yet powerful enough to make a visible difference. All qualities riders look for when evaluating the best calming horse supplements on the market.
Courtney Waskiewicz works with some extremely challenging horses, and StressLess® has become her go-to for helping them feel safe enough to learn. After welcoming her first child, she’s preparing to return to the saddle—and currently has every horse in her barn on StressLess® to ensure they’re mentally ready for the transition.
From eventers and dressage riders to jumper trainers and Friesian enthusiasts, every ambassador echoed the same message:
The Ambassador Meet & Greet was more than a product discussion. It was a gathering of horse people united by a shared belief that a calm horse is a happier, healthier and more trainable horse.
StressLess® works because it respects the horse’s mind. It supports calmness, focus, and emotional resilience without sedation, without shortcuts, and without compromising performance.
Ready to Try StressLess®?
StressLess® Horse Supplement is available in 30-day and 60-day tubs on Amazon and can also be purchased directly from us at Inspire Equine.
If you’ve been searching for the best equine calming supplement or need a trustworthy, non-sedating solution to help your horse feel calmer, more focused, and better prepared for any challenge, StressLess® may be the ideal addition to your training program.
