Daily Strides Podcast for Equestrians

What this episode is all about & how it can help you:- Use this simple 'rule' in your day-to-day riding Know 'when' to apply this rule in your riding Begin to take responsibilities for your own balance in the saddle Make the necessary transition in your riding, from passenger to rider Imagine if there was something you could actively 'do' every moment you're in the saddle that would almost guarant...

What this episode is all about & how it can help you:- Realise that you do not 'turn the horse' Set up circumstances that will help make each bend successful Understand that you have to 'allow' your horse to actually ride through the bend 'Support' your horse rather than 'control' your horse Have you ever considered how many times you ride a bend, corner or circle on each single ride? The fact is...

What this episode is all about & how it can help you:- Understand the importance of a solid position to begin with Realise that timing is everything when it comes to jumping with your horse Feel motivated to learn 'how' your horse jumps Get started improving your skills over fences today Do you find that your jumping is a little 'touch and go'? Some days you are great at staying with your horse ov...

What this episode is all about & how it can help you:- Understand how to become more 'quiet' in the saddle See the link between independent aids and an independent seat Begin being more mindful about your aids and how you are communicating with your horse Start working on increasing your coordination in the saddle In this episode of the Daily Strides Podcast we are going to look at the relationshi...

What this episode is all about & how it can help you:- Review each month so that you can make adjustments for the next Use past experiences to build a plan that you can implement and make work in your riding Track some key metrics with regards to your riding to help you improve Help set up your plan for the upcoming month in your riding In this episode of the Daily Strides Podcast I give you a fra...

What this episode is all about & how it can help you:- Recognise some of the red flags that it may be time to make a decision See that holding on to something that is not working is not fair on you or your horse In this episode of the Daily Strides Podcast I chat about how you can more easily recognise when it is time to move on, where your partnership with your horse is concerned. more... Happy R...

What this episode is all about & how it can help you:- Learn how to practice remaining balanced on the transition Understand the importance of a good lower leg position Make small adjustments to help with allowing the canter to happen Figure out how to get started the very next time you are in the saddle One of the most thrilling and exciting experiences we can have on horse back can be cantering...

What this episode is all about & how it can help you:- Realise how important it is to choose your friends wisely Figure out how to initially 'practice' with your horse Not worry about 'where' you are in the group Keep things slow and steady initially Most things in life are better when shared with friends. Riding on the trail or hacking out is no different. However, for many riders, the uncertaint...

What this episode is all about & how it can help you:- Goal - especially that is it 'do-able' Calendar - figuring out what days you actually can ride this month Themes - the stepping stones that will take you to your goal Exercises - what you will actually be doing each and every ride I want you to be honest with me here... If I was to compare the picture that is you and your horse from this day l...

What this episode is all about & how it can help you:- Spread some positive energy around your equestrian network Identify small and easy to do yet meaningful ideas you can use It's Christmas...! In this episode of the Daily Strides Podcast I want to give you some quick and simple ideas that will help you spread Christmas cheer now in your equestrian network. more... Happy Riding, Lorna

What this episode is all about & how it can help you:- The problem with assuming your horse knows how to lunge Understand why not using your lunging whip can stall your progress Realise that you might just be blocking or stopping your horse See that consistency is essential to successful lunging Have you been struggling to make lunging 'work' for you and your horse? You're not alone! What if I was...

What this episode is all about & how it can help you:- To understand where the conversation begins How you can influence each ride before you get into the saddle Start thinking about creating different rhythms for different routines Begin 'checking yourself at the gate'! In this episode of the Daily Strides Podcast I want to remind you of how it is your responsibility as a rider to try to show up...

What this episode is all about & how it can help you:- Understand the relationship between your position on the ground & in the saddle Identify the difference between 'Neutral', 'Driving' and 'Resisting' Know when to move into the 'driving' position Know when to move into the 'resisting' position In this episode of the Daily Strides Podcast we are chatting about one of the biggest mistakes riders...

What this episode is all about & how it can help you:- Think different words which will help you to move differently Stop holding on in the sitting trot Understand how to balance rather than 'grip' with your legs The sitting trot can be a challenge for many riders. Being told how to 'absorb the movement' which can leave you scratching your head. Or just move 'with the horse'. Another confusing ter...

What this episode is all about & how it can help you:- Understand how you are sitting in the saddle might be affecting everything Realise the disastrous effects this can have on your overall position Focus on 'feeling' what your leg is doing in order to improve things Work in walk, then trot and then transitions Be honest... Are you finding yourself doing the hokey pokey in the saddle more than yo...

What this episode is all about & how it can help you:- Understand what resistance is in your horse Start with taking steps back to simple Realise the importance of rewarding every little positive element Know how far to take each ride Most riders have been there, some more regularly than others... You are mounted up, in the arena with your horse. Your plans are all laid out in your head for the up...

What this episode is all about & how it can help you:- Understand the influence of your weight on the approach Learn how to 'open a door' for your horse Begin shifting your weight over the fence Effectively school on this to practice it Are you struggling with your correct canter lead when landing from a fence? Perhaps you approach the fence on the one rein, however, the track or exercise requires...

What this episode is all about & how it can help you:- Have a plan for what you are going to do Get as much ready as you can in advance Create and stick to a routine that works Learn to say no to distractions…! Many riders find that, from time to time due to other responsibilities, they have shorter riding times to spend in the saddle. If you are feeling like this right now, this is the episode fo...

What this episode is all about & how it can help you:- Understanding the conversation is always happening Your position Your Aids Understanding how your horse 'goes' The 'basics in riding'... It sounds like a bit of a list for riders to master before they move on. And I suppose in a way, they are. Like most things, there are a few foundational pieces that, once you understand how they work, can be...

What this episode is all about & how it can help you:- Understand the influence of your weight on the approach Learn how to 'open a door' for your horse Begin shifting your weight over the fence Effectively school on this to practice it Are you struggling with your correct canter lead when landing from a fence? Perhaps you approach the fence on the one rein, however, the track or exercise requires...

What this episode is all about & how it can help you:- Understand what strength is Figure out how it relates to suppleness Work on straightness to strengthen your horse Notice when things begin to develop Have you found yourself wondering or wishing about your horses top line or frame? You probably have heard that they are related to how your horse is working, but struggle to really connect the pi...

What this episode is all about & how it can help you:- Understand why correct flexion is everything Get clear on the role of your seat Use your legs to 'ask' the question Actually allowing the horse to actually canter Do you find that canter leads end up getting you and your horse in a bit of a muddle sometimes? You've perhaps noticed that if you ask in the corner you are usually okay... But, if a...

What this episode is all about & how it can help you:- Sitting straight in the saddle Allowing your legs to 'drape' Understanding an active aid versus an inactive one Supporting your horse when he needs support Remember back to when you were first learning to ride. You possibly saw your legs as being a 'go button' of sorts. Go forward or go sideways. However, as you began to improve the conversati...

What this episode is all about & how it can help you:- Understand what strength is Figure out how it relates to suppleness Work on straightness to strengthen your horse Notice when things begin to develop Have you found yourself wondering or wishing about your horses top line or frame? You probably have heard that they are related to how your horse is working, but struggle to really connect the pi...

This episode will explain how:- Looks can be deceiving this type of a horse And why I suggest bringing the whole conversation back to basics To create a channel for the 'forwardness' You can identify any 'weak spots' in your channel We all know one... The horse who makes you question everything about your riding abilities and knowledge. The horse who, when you get on, just seems to invite you to r...