Daily Strides Podcast for Equestrians

• Sunday Strides: What Pattern Are You Practicing (Without Realising It)?

  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-analysis), these patterns become the default if we don’t intentionally interrupt them. You’ll hear a real-life example of a rider who changed everything with just one tweak in her lesson, and how you can use this same approach in your own ride this week. We’ll also kick off a fun new challenge in just a few days that builds on this exact idea 🎉 In This Episode, You'll Discover: Why most riders are reinforcing their blocks, without even realising it How your body and mind create patterns that feel automatic (even when they aren’t helpful) A simple story that shows how one intentional change can shift everything Real ideas you can try this week to disrupt an old habit A sneak peek at the Your Signature Ride Challenge launching this Tuesday! Links & Resources Mentioned: 🧭 Free Training – How to Turn Your Phone into Your Instructor Discover how to ride with more intention using your phone and a few simple tools: 👉 stridesforsuccess.com/video 🐴 Join Connection – Formerly Daily Strides Premium If you’re ready to actually do the thing you’ve been learning, Connection is the best next step. Weekly ride plans, live support, and audio horse riding lessons to work on. 👉 https://stridesforsuccess.com/connection 📣 Restart & Reschool – Private Coaching Feeling like your horse (or your mindset) needs a reset? Work 1:1 with Lorna to get back on track in your riding with confidence and clarity. 👉 https://stridesforsuccess.com/rr 👯‍♀️ Join the Free Facebook Group – The Daily Strides Podcast for Equestrians Meet other riders who are improving their riding solo – one stride at a time. 👉 https://www.facebook.com/groups/dailystridespodcast 🍷 Equine’n’Wine Podcast! For something fun, light, and a little cheeky, tune into Lorna & her sister Emma-Jane as they sip wine and chat all things horses. 👉 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/equinenwine/id1832643897 What to Do Next: 🎧 After you listen, take 30 seconds to pause and ask yourself: What pattern might I be unconsciously practicing in my rides? Then, decide on one small change to try this week. And don’t forget—Tuesday’s episode kicks off a challenge that will help you take this even further in the saddle (and have a bit of fun along the way 😉)

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• [Encore] Strides Revisited: Learning to Wait for the Jump (Originally Ep #1031)

  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 horse. When you tip forward too soon, your horse can feel dropped, lose confidence, and start refusing or ducking out. The good news? A simple shift in your position and timing can completely change the outcome, for both you and your horse. Listen to the episode and get all the links HERE What You’ll Learn in This Episode Why your timing matters when it comes to building confidence over fences How your jumping position should change depending on the fence Practical ways to train yourself to “wait” for the jump The difference between following your horse vs. going first How small, uncomfortable tweaks can create big breakthroughs in your riding 🚀 Take the Next Step with Restart & Reschool If you’re working through sticky moments like this — refusals, hesitation, or confusion about your own position — you don’t have to figure it out alone. Inside Restart & Reschool, I’ll coach you step-by-step so you can create clarity in your aids, confidence in your timing, and consistency in your training. 👉 Enroll now: stridesforsuccess.com/rr 🎥 Free Resource: How to Use Video for Rider Feedback Want a quick win today? Grab my free training on how to use video to improve your riding. You’ll learn how to film yourself, what to look for, and the simple changes that can make the biggest difference. 👉 Get it here: stridesforsuccess.com/video 🐴 Join the Daily Strides Podcast Community Come join other riders who are committed to making every ride great inside the Daily Strides Podcast for Equestrians Facebook Group. Share your experiences, get support, and connect with riders who “get it.” 👉 Request to join here: Daily Strides Podcast Online Community

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• [Encore] Strides Revisited: Why Your Position While Lunging is Everything (Originally Ep #1073)

  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 session. This conversation ties directly into what we’ve been talking about this week on the podcast.  That, often, one small perspective shift can unlock a massive breakthrough in your riding and training. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why your position on the ground has the same impact as your seat in the saddle How to identify neutral, driving, and resisting positions while lunging What happens when you’re too far ahead or behind your horse on the circle Why allowing your horse to turn in breaks the connection, and how to fix it How to create small shifts in your position that result in big changes in your horse’s way of going Ready to Restart & Reschool? If you’re feeling stuck with your horse or frustrated that training isn’t moving forward, the Restart & Reschool Coaching Program will help you create real momentum. You’ll get the clarity, step-by-step guidance, and personalized support to finally move past those sticky spots in your riding. 👉 Learn more and join us today at stridesforsuccess.com/rr Free Resource: Use Video for Better Feedback Want to start seeing what’s really happening in your training sessions? I’ve created a free resource to help you use video for instant feedback in your day-to-day riding. It’s a simple, practical way to spot patterns, track progress, and make smarter decisions each time you ride. 🎥 Grab it now at stridesforsuccess.com/video Join the Conversation Don’t ride alone! Come join a community of like-minded riders who are all working on making every ride great. Inside the Daily Strides Podcast for Equestrians Facebook Group, you’ll find support, encouragement, and plenty of inspiration to keep moving forward. 🐴 Join us here: Daily Strides Podcast Facebook Group 💬 Your position matters. On the ground, in the saddle, and in your mindset. This Strides Revisited episode will remind you how powerful a small shift can be.

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• Your Riding Breakthrough Might Just Be One Perspective Shift Away

  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 coming from. Sometimes a small perspective shift can be the key to your next riding breakthrough. I’ll walk you through real-life examples from riders I’ve worked with in virtual live lessons: lunging issues, canter transitions, gripping with the knees, and refusals at fences. In each case, the transformation came from seeing things differently, making one small tweak, and allowing the horse to respond in a new way. 🎧 Listen in to discover how you can start creating breakthroughs in your own training today. Inside This Episode You’ll Learn: Why perspective shifts often feel “wrong” at first, and why that’s a good thing How moving your position while lunging can make forward the only option Why waiting in canter transitions can change everything How releasing your knees can transform balance and softness Why watching yourself on video is one of the fastest ways to improve Free Resource: Start Using Video in Your Riding Recording yourself might feel daunting, but it’s the simplest way to spot your blind spots. That’s why I created a free step-by-step guide: 👉 What if recording yourself for 5 minutes could change everything? This guide shows you exactly how to set up your phone, what to look for, and how to use the footage to spot small tweaks that lead to big results. Restart & Reschool: Your 13-Week Path to Progress Sometimes it’s hard to see your own blind spots, even on video! That’s where coaching makes all the difference. Inside Restart & Reschool, I’ll work with you and your horse for 13 weeks to help you step out of frustration and into clarity. Together, we’ll uncover the small perspective shifts that create lasting change in your riding. 👉 Learn more here: stridesforsuccess.com/rr Connection Membership Looking for consistent lessons, structure, and accountability in your riding? Connection is my monthly membership that helps riders make steady progress with their horse, especially if they’re riding alone without a trainer. Inside, you’ll find: A monthly live virtual group riding lesson Themed collections of audio lessons and training Live review & planning sessions to keep you on track A place to get all of your riding and training-related questions answered 👉 Get all the details and join here: stridesforsuccess.com/connection Join the Daily Strides Podcast Online Community Want to connect with other riders who are improving their riding step by step? The Daily Strides Podcast Online Community is our free Facebook group where you’ll find: Conversations around each new podcast episode Mini-challenges to inspire your training A place to ask questions and get support 👉 Join us here: facebook.com/groups/DailyStridesPodcast Improving Your Riding & Training Your next riding breakthrough doesn’t have to come from learning a new exercise or drilling harder in the arena. Sometimes, it’s as simple as shifting your perspective and giving yourself the chance to see what’s really happening. 🎧 Tune in now, grab the free video resource, and start making small changes that lead to big results with your horse.

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• [Encore] Strides Revisited: When Halt Becomes More than Just Stopping Your Horse... (Originally Ep #1203)

  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 back to a favourite from August 2021 to help you see the halt in a whole new light. We’ll explore: Why the halt should be treated like a movement, not a full stop The difference between a horse who “steps into” a halt and one who’s dragged into it How working on your halts on the ground, on the lunge, and under saddle can transform your whole ride The tiny tweaks in your own position and aids that make a massive difference to your horse’s response When you start seeing each halt as an opportunity rather than an ending, you’ll begin to notice more clarity, more connection, and better quality in every part of your riding. Listen to the full episode, read the blog, and get all the links over at:- https://stridesforsuccess.com/episode1203 🎁 Free Resource for Riders Who Train Alone If you’re riding without a regular instructor and find yourself running out of ideas, I’ve got you covered. My 15 Minutes or Less freebie gives you over 30 quick, impactful ways to work with your horse when time (or daylight!) is short. 👉 Grab it here for free https://stridesforsuccess.com/15 💬 Join the Conversation Come join the Daily Strides Podcast Online Community on Facebook — it’s full of riders just like you, working on their skills, sharing their wins, and finding solutions together. Listen now and make your next halt count for more than just stopping your horse…

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