Daily Strides Podcast for Equestrians

Some days does it feel like a mammoth task just to get your horse to put one foot in front of the other? He has no motivation whatsoever to do anything with any hint of enthusiasm or energy… But first, I want to be clear; the term 'lazy' is not one that I enjoy using when it comes to horses. I believe that there are horses out there who are just more laid back than others. Lazy always sounds so de...

The opportunity to work with a young or green horse comes with great responsibility. You have the potential to place a lasting imprint on this horses riding career; and his opinion of being ridden in general. In order to produce a well rounded riding horse, there are a few basic principles that you should pay attention to. Things that, when your horse understands and develops in each element, will...

Do you have an OTTB or ex-racehorse that has just made the transition from the racetrack? Or maybe your thoroughbred has been with you for a while, but you're just struggling to make progress and move forwards in your training together. more... Happy Riding, Lorna Improve your riding today by joinng us here http://stridesforsuccess/join/

Have you ever considered how, in order to be a good rider, you must be a good actor? Don't worry too much if you haven't, you're not alone... Many riders fail to see the connection between these two things. more... Happy Riding, Lorna Improve your riding today by joinng us here http://stridesforsuccess/join/

What this episode is all about & how it can help you:- What this episode is all about and how it can help you:- Realise what true balance is when riding See that both you and your horse are responsible for balance Begin working on establishing balance See how maintaining balance is a long term goal It is a pretty important element of riding; if only from a 'staying on' point of view. However, as y...

What this episode is all about & how it can help you:- What this episode is all about and how it can help you:- Get clear on what an independent aid isn't! Understand what an independent aid is... Get started developing your independent seat Realise that it will take time to achieve Your independent seat. Are you, like so many other riders around the world, trying to achieve yours right now? If so...

What this episode is all about & how it can help you:- Realise that contact is a result of other things Understand what 'forwardness' is and why it is so important See the role you play in the forward and the contact See how it should be present in every element of the ride, even halt Becoming a trainer.  It can feel uncomfortable to think of yourself as this for your horse.  Yet, if you are expec...

What this episode is all about & how it can help you:- Realise that contact is a result of other things Understand what 'forwardness' is and why it is so important See the role you play in the forward and the contact See how it should be present in every element of the ride, even halt Contact. You know how important it is to your overall conversation with your horse. However, for many riders, cont...

What this episode is all about & how it can help you:- Understand what inside and outside are when it comes to your aids Take the confusion out of applying your aids correctly Get started reframing how you think and apply your aids Think and ride with your horse... Do you often find yourself in the arena, ready for action... But without much of a plan for what that action will look like?! Don't wo...

What this episode is all about & how it can help you:- Understand what inside and outside are when it comes to your aids Take the confusion out of applying your aids correctly Get started reframing how you think and apply your aids Think and ride with your horse... There is one thing that I notice time and again when working with riders in the arena... The confusion that shows up regarding left an...

What this episode is all about & how it can help you:- Understand why you need to remain relaxed Make sure you have a plan before you begin Refrain from the one thing most riders do which actually makes things worse...! Consider why 'out' is often better than 'in' where energy is concerned If you ride horses for long enough and you will, without fail, experience 'that' feeling. The one where you'r...

What this episode is all about & how it can help you:- Get clear on your goals & your resources before starting your search Realise how important it is to do your 'groundwork' first, before riding Overcome resistance to riding a 'new horse' Make a better decision that both you & your new horse will be happy with One of the most exciting, and yet nerve wreaking times for riders; finding your 'new h...

What this episode is all about & how it can help you:- Recognise what a 'stuck' walk looks and feels like Understand why the walk can so easily deteriorate in horses See the benefit of using lateral work to begin improving the walk Start to become more aware of how you are asking questions of your horse Funny how, sometimes, it is the more basic things that cause us to become 'stuck'. The walk is...

What this episode is all about & how it can help you:- Know how you are riding the centre line at the moment Realise that you and your horse are one 'container' Understand what a channel is in your riding Use your centre line to develop your overall riding skills Do you see the centre line as being a means to an end? Somewhere you have to travel in order to take you to somewhere else? Imagine if y...

What this episode is all about & how it can help you:- Understand why your voice works, regardless of discipline Begin using tone to help convey your message Use your voice to reward your horse Understand how to 'wean' your horse off of your voice Imagine if you could use your voice as an effective, accurate aid when communicating to your horse from the saddle... I'm going to assume that you, just...

What this episode is all about & how it can help you:- Get clear on the actual size of your riding space Improve your accuracy when riding Realise why markers are so important when working within a limited space Use riding in a smaller space as a way to build and develop your training Do you find yourself regularly moaning about having to ride in a smaller space? Are you looking at this specific c...

What this episode is all about & how it can help you:- Recognise how confusing the two can lead to you becoming 'stuck' Understand what a symptom is Realise that this confusion can impact both horse and rider Use the 'Because' line of thought to identify the root cause Is there something in your riding that, no matter what you do, just does not improve or change? Maybe you've tried different exerc...

What this episode is all about & how it can help you:- Become clearer on what you are responsible for when riding Learn what your horses responsibilities are when being ridden Realise that correcting and controlling are two very different things Begin working towards the 'ideal situation' in your riding Do you like when there is someone always looking over your shoulder? Initially it may help to g...

What this episode is all about & how it can help you:- Understand why napping can become a learned 'go to' behaviour for your horse See how seemingly 'little things' can quickly escalate to 'bigger things' Use your horses short concentration span to your benefit here Become clear on how to make your horse 'want' to do what you ask Napping... Whoever decided that this was a good word to describe wh...

What this episode is all about & how it can help you:- Become clearer on what you are responsible for when riding Learn what your horses responsibilities are when being ridden Realise that correcting and controlling are two very different things Begin working towards the 'ideal situation' in your riding Do you like when there is someone always looking over your shoulder? Initially it may help to g...

What this episode is all about & how it can help you:- Understand why a good transition means a better canter all round Begin working on better timing of the 'ask' Realise how gripping with your legs is negatively impacting the transition Ride smoother, more responsive trot to canter transitions Cantering; maybe one of the most enjoyable things to do on a horse. However, for many riders the transi...

What this episode is all about & how it can help you:- Understand why groundwork is essential when working with your horse Begin thinking about the importance of your position when on the ground Realise that your horse might not know what you are asking or saying Start becoming more mindful of your aids on the ground Here's a question for you... Where do all of your conversations with your horse b...

What this episode is all about & how it can help you:- Figure out how to choose a theme or topic Be specific about what you are going to do with each of the two horses Align your schooling with the goals for each of the two horses Understand that adjustments are often essential Planning what to work on with your horse is often a task that many riders neglect. Often this is due to having failed at...

What this episode is all about & how it can help you:- Understand what long lining is Be clear on the necessary 'prerequisites' The benefits of having a competent 'helper' Get started with the basics in long lining Have you ever tried your hand at long lining? Many riders feel that the 'barrier to entry' is just a little too high for them to be successful with it. After all, there are now two rope...

What this episode is all about & how it can help you:- Recognise that new can often mean uncomfortable Think differently about 'upgrading' your riding Begin to make room for improvement Have appreciation for what has got you this far in your riding Have you ever noticed how, when you begin working on improving something, things can feel a little like they are falling apart initially. Getting worse...