Daily Strides Podcast for Equestrians

Most riders think the lunge line's main job is to keep their horse on a circle… But what if that's the exact reason lunging feels like a tug-of-war? In this Strides Revisited episode, we go back to the foundations and look at how to use the lunge line correctly, not as a restraint, but as a powerful aid to develop true contact and connection with your horse. You'll learn how to: Rethink the purpos...

Have you ever been lunging your horse and found yourself saying, "Whoa there, Tonto!" a few too many times? That moment when your horse suddenly goes from calm and focused to rushing around the circle, tripping over their own legs? In this episode of The Daily Strides Podcast for Equestrians , Lorna dives into why rushing on the lunge is rarely about disobedience, and almost always about balance....

You're showing up, riding regularly, putting in the time…. But something still feels stuck.  In this short and powerful Sunday episode, Lorna delivers a reality check every rider needs: What if the reason you're not progressing is because you're unknowingly reinforcing the wrong thing, over and over again? If you're riding with unbalanced aids, a crooked seat, or tension that goes unnoticed, those...

Sprinkled through every ride, and every interaction on the ground, the half halt is one of the most powerful communication tools you'll ever use. But most riders only ever think of it in the saddle. In this Strides Revisited episode, we're rewinding to a listener-favorite that explores how the half halt begins long before you put your foot in the stirrup. You'll discover how groundwork can clarify...

Have you ever asked for a half halt and felt, well, nothing? Or maybe your horse slammed on the brakes instead of rebalancing? If so, you're definitely not alone. Many riders either skip using half halts altogether or feel like they're just not working. But here's the truth; it's rarely about your ability or your horse's willingness to listen. It's about timing . In this episode, we're breaking do...

What if the final quarter of the year was the perfect time to quietly experiment with what's next? In this week's Sunday Strides, Lorna invites you to rethink the end of the year, not as a time to wind down, but as a chance to  try things on . To become curious about what your riding could look like in 2026 by gently testing the waters now, while the pressure is low and the possibilities are wide...

Have you ever spent weeks practicing something in your riding, only for it to completely fall apart the moment you're under pressure? You're not alone. In this episode of the Daily Strides Podcast for Equestrians , Lorna shares a heartwarming story from her son's first school concert that perfectly mirrors what happens when riders and horses step out of their comfort zones. You'll discover why eve...

How are you showing up for what you say you want in your riding? In this quick Sunday Strides pep talk, we're diving into the powerful (but often uncomfortable) truth: you can't receive what you're working toward if you're not in alignment with it. Many riders set goals like building confidence, improving their seat, or developing better contact. But then...  - They avoid the saddle  - Rush throug...

Have you ever felt like you're just a passenger when riding? Or like you've forgotten how to "feel" your horse underneath you? In this Strides Revisited episode, we're bringing you Week 1, Day 2 of the Original Returning to Riding Program; a guided audio ride designed to help you gently reconnect with your horse and yourself in the saddle. Whether you're returning to riding after a break or simply...

Do you ever feel like you're constantly learning new things—but your riding still isn't improving? You're not alone. In this episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on why so many riders get stuck in the learning loop: collecting content, planning obsessively, and overthinking every ride - without actually making progress in the saddle. You'll hear real stories from three riders I've worked with ins...

So often, riders practice their riding without ever realising what they're actually reinforcing. And more often than not, it's the exact habits or tension patterns that are holding them back... In this episode of Sunday Strides, we're talking about the unconscious patterns that sneak into your riding. Whether it's physical (like tension in your left side) or mental (like self-doubt or over-analysi...

Have you ever felt like you and your horse just aren't meeting the jump together? You see the fence, you've chosen your line… and yet, right at the last stride, things fall apart. More often than not, the issue isn't your horse... It's your timing. In this replay of Episode 1031: Learning to Wait for the Jump , we dive into one of the most common challenges riders face: jumping ahead of their hors...

Lunging is one of the most underestimated training tools riders have at their disposal. Yet so many riders miss the key ingredient that makes lunging truly effective; your position! In this Strides Revisited episode, you'll discover how where you stand in relation to your horse can make the difference between "going nowhere slowly" on the circle and having a clear, forward, focused training sessio...

Have you ever felt like you're doing all the "right things" in the saddle, and yet your horse still doesn't seem to get the memo? Maybe they won't go forward, maybe they cut in on the circle, or maybe they just find clever ways to avoid what you're asking. In this episode of the Daily Strides Podcast, I'm sharing why the problem often isn't the exercise you're doing… but the perspective you're com...

Most riders think of the halt as simply… stopping. Pull the reins, horse stops - job done. But what if I told you that each halt you ride could be one of the most powerful training tools you have? That, with a little intention, your halts could improve your balance, posture, communication... And your horse's focus, engagement, and responsiveness? In this Strides Revisited episode, we're heading ba...

Ever feel like if you didn't get it right the first time, it must not be for you? This week's Sunday Strides is your reminder that confidence isn't born from perfection; it's built through repetition. So many riders get discouraged when things don't go well on the first try. But what if showing up again (and again) is exactly what's required? In this short pep talk, I'm sharing why the real breakt...

Have you recently welcomed an OTTB (Off-the-Track Thoroughbred) into your life, only to feel overwhelmed by where to even begin? This episode is all about helping you build a solid foundation for your ex-racehorse. Whether your Thoroughbred just left the track or has been with you for a while, this episode will guide you through how to create a clear, step-by-step plan to move forward confidently...

Are you stuck in that cycle of wanting to ride… But not actually riding the way you want?  Or maybe you're not riding at all right now, even though the tack, the horse, and the arena are all sitting there, waiting for you?! In this episode of the Daily Strides Podcast for Equestrians, we're getting honest about the real reason so many riders stall out in their progress. (Spoiler alert: it's not mo...

In this episode of Sunday Strides, we're exploring a common, but quietly damaging, belief many riders hold: "If I was truly capable, I wouldn't need help." Whether you've just begun leasing, you're training solo, or you've always dreamed of being an independent rider, today's message is for you. I share why needing support doesn't make you any less capable… In fact, it often means you're getting c...

Have you ever tried something during a lesson and nailed it. Only to fall flat the next time you rode on your own?! In this episode, we're revisiting a powerful conversation around confidence, communication, and the three essential elements of becoming a better rider: emotional, mental, and physical development. Confidence isn't something you magically have or don't.  It's something you can build,...

Ever feel like you're working so hard in the saddle… but nothing's changing? In this episode of the Daily Strides Podcast for Equestrians, we're exploring the key difference between training and retraining, and why understanding this shift can unlock your next breakthrough. Whether you're working with an OTTB, returning to riding after a break, or helping your horse transition to a new job or disc...

This week's Sunday Strides starts with a conversation Lorna had with one of her sons, and how that moment perfectly mirrors a challenge so many riders face... Avoiding the parts of the ride that don't feel good. In this episode, Lorna shares why recognizing what's "wrong" in your riding isn't a setback. It's actually the start of something better. Because the truth is, you can't fix what you're no...

The circle: probably the most ridden shape in every arena session... And yet, how often do we actually ride it with intention? In this Strides Revisited episode, we're breathing fresh energy into the humble circle and showing you how to use it as a powerful tool for improving your horse's balance, rhythm, and responsiveness. You'll learn 3 simple yet transformative exercises that you can ride toda...

Ever feel like you're doing everything right in the saddle… But your horse is still resistant, crooked, or just not quite "with" you? What if the real issue isn't your horse, but something you're not seeing in yourself? In this episode of the Daily Strides Podcast for Equestrians , we're taking a fresh look at how video can help uncover the real reason things might feel off during your ride. I'm s...

In this Strides Revisited episode, we're revisiting one of those foundational exercises that truly shapes your riding journey:  Turn on the Forehand . Whether you're working on opening gates, introducing collection, or improving your horse's responsiveness, this simple movement has endless value for every rider at every level. 🔑 Key Highlights: ✅ What turn on the forehand actually is, and why it...