Strong in the Saddle | Equestrian Fitness and Wellness

Day 9 of the Strong in the Saddle series! Be sure to follow the podcast on Instagram @acowgirlandherhorse

Day 8 of the Strong in the Saddle series! Be sure to check out the prior installments of the series. Follow the podcast on Instagram @acowgirlandherhorse

Day 7 of the Strong in the Saddle series! If you haven't already, be sure to check out the six prior installments in the series. Be sure to follow the podcast on Instagram @acowgirlandherhorse

Day 6 of 30 in the Strong in the Saddle series!! Be sure to follow the podcast on Instagram @acowgirlandherhorse

Day 5 of the Strong in the Saddle Series!!! Be sure to follow the podcast on Instagram @acowgirlandherhorse

Welcome to Day 4 of the Strong in the Saddle series! Be sure to follow the podcast on Instagram @acowgirlandherhorse

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Welcome to day 1 of the Strong in the Saddle Series! Be sure to follow the podcast on Instagram @acowgirlandherhorse

On this week's episode of the podcast, Katrina does the big reveal on what it means to be strong in the saddle and she also gives a sneak peak into what you can expect for the future of the podcast. You won't want to miss this episode. Be sure to follow the podcast on Instagram @acowgirlandherhorse

Maybe a bit of a tough love episode today! Katrina talks about how your life circumstances and the choices you make along the way can either help or hinder the success you have with your horses. She talks about things like coming from money vs. coming from a poorer home, deciding whether or not to have children, where you choose to live and a whole bunch more. Be sure to follow the podcast on Inst...

In this week's episode, Katrina talks about her struggles surrounding barrel racing and how her personality might not have been the best fit for that sport. She talks about how to assess who you are as a person and whether or not that will work for certain disciplines within the horse world. Be sure to follow the podcast @acowgirlandherhorse

It's time for a bit of a catch up. In this week's episode, Katrina talks about Junior's accident and how she's coping. On top of that, she gives an update on the search for her next main mount.

A bit of a heavier episode here. Katrina talks about her experience with an eating disorder and how her gelding was able to help pull her through to better days.  If you are struggling with an eating disorder, or have someone in your life who you suspect may be suffering, reach out for help.  National Eating Disorders Association National Eating Disorder Information Center Recovery from an eating...

Let's be honest. Horses are expensive and that is why budgeting how much a horse will cost you is super important. We never want to skimp on costs when it comes to our horses, so it is critically important that we are fully prepared for those costs as they come up. In this week's episode of the podcast, Katrina talks about the various costs involved with having a horse.  Be sure to follow the podc...

Even if you're 90 years old, there is no reason why you can't get involved in horses as an adult. And you really should!! Horses are such an incredible addition to anyone's life. Age should not be a reason that prevents you from enjoying the incredible animals that horses are. In this week's episode of the podcast, Katrina gives some tips on how you can get into horses as an adult. If you are the...

Even if you don't have a horse of your own, there are so many ways to be involved with horses. From just being a fan of books and movies, to going to clinics (no, you don't need a horse to go to a clinic) or being part of a horse association, the opportunities are endless. In today's episode, Katrina dives into all sorts of ways that you can be involved in the horse industry without having a horse...

When you are riding a horse, there is an undeniable connection between you and that animal. However, some people really don't stop to think about how that connection can positively or negatively impact the horse. Think your lower back issue is only your problem? Think again! In this week's episode of the podcast, Katrina talks about how you as a rider can impact your horse. Be sure to follow the p...

Taking the first step to addressing your riding fears can feel impossible, to say the least. Some of you have been dealing with fear for a long time now and it has now almost become a part of your identity. But have no fear. Katrina has been there, done that and knows exactly how to get the wheels turning so that you can finally ride confidently. Be sure to check out the podcast on Instagram.

If you've listened to the podcast long enough, you will know that Katrina's relationship with her gelding, Junior, is very, very special to her. It's a bond that has been formed over the past 15 years that they have been together. They have gone through a lot together and their relationship has become stronger because of it. In this week's episode of the podcast, Katrina talks about how you too ca...

As a rider, the pressure can really start to add up, especially if you are competitive. Not only can the expectations that you put on yourself start to feel suffocating, but pressures from others, such as trainers, owners and coaches can also leave a rider feeling like a stressed out ball of anxiety if those pressures and expectations are not managed properly. In this week's episode of the podcast...

As a follow up to the episode on rider weight, today we are talking about rider body type. And there are no judgments here. Whether you are tall, short, thick or thin, there is a place for everyone as an equestrian, regardless of what you have been told. In this episode, Katrina explains that there are some critical things that need to be in place for a horse and rider to be a successful team and...

There are so many reasons why we would want to be more mindful with our horses. Not only is it a matter of safety, but it also allows us to develop better relationships with our horses and become better riders. In this day and age of social media and constant distraction, it can be incredibly hard to stay mindful but it is so, so important for us as equestrians. Tune in to today's podcast to learn...

A bit of a different episode today. We are talking about anthropomorphism. What is that, you ask? It's basically when we attribute human traits and characteristics to non-human entities, like our horses. In this episode of the podcast, Katrina explains what anthropomorphism is, why it can be a good thing with our horses and why it may be a bad thing with our horses. A bit of a fun episode, so be s...

We all want to be confident riders on our horses. We want to feel courageous enough to do all the things that we want to in the saddle. Unfortunately, many of us struggle with confidence on or around our horses and this can be extremely frustrating if it holds you back from achieving your horse-related goals. In this week's episode, Katrina offers some tips so that you can be the most confident ri...