Daily Strides Podcast for Equestrians

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Your Canter to Trot Transition May 04, 2020

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The canter to trot transition is the one transition that so many riders don't ever think about until they are in the midst of it. So much focus and attention are put into getting into the canter, and yet the 'getting out of the canter' is just left to chance. Today I want to give you a few ideas to work on, in the saddle, before you get into the canter that will help you begin riding a smoother and more 'put together' canter to trot transition.

For so many riders, the canter to trot transition is filled with bounce and general bumpiness. And usually in a way that is not benefiting the rider or the horse. I personally think that this is often due to the fact that the canter can and will improve the trot.

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5 Essentials When You Become Trainer for You and Your Horse Apr 20, 2020

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The 'New Normal'. I feel as though we have reached a point where we must begin looking at how we can settle into this period in our lives, rather than wishing for the way things were. You may have to become the trainer for you and your horse. I know that many riders are having to now begin, maybe for the first time, be the trainer, the instructor, the chief planner, as well as the rider. Progress doesn't just happen. There are a few essentials that must be consistently visited in order to maintain consistent progress. Progress, I believe, is deepening the understanding and the relationship between horse and rider. What you do with this progress is up to you. However, I feel that all riders should be looking to at least try and build a conversation with their horse. Here are the 5 essentials you must regularly visit if you are to make this a consistent reality for you and your horse… Read More...

Successfully Working with an Online Equestrian Coach or Trainer Apr 13, 2020

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As equestrians, we may be at the point where we need to face up an uncomfortable truth; 'normal' may not be returning for quite a while. Harsh, but true. Simply put, I feel that this means that this is as good a time as any to begin settling in and making yourself comfortable with this 'new normal'. For now, anyway.

The lives of so many riders have changed dramatically over the course of the past 90 or so days. Things we took for granted have become coveted luxuries.

Time in the saddle is one of these things for many riders. For others, it is being able to work with a trainer or instructor in order to keep developing and moving forward.

However, even in the midst of all this uncertainty, there are ways of making it work. There are resources out there that, up until now, maybe you would have never considered. You simply didn't have to!

But, in this 'new normal', these once unconventional resources are the very thing that will help you continue to improve and develop your skills as an equestrian. And, help you to continue to develop your horse as well.

My Experience as an Online Equestrian Coach

I have been training and coaching riders online for seven years now. Long before Zoom was a household name! In that time I have discovered a few key areas that determine whether or not someone will benefit from online coaching. That is what I want to share with you today.

If you are considering working with an online equestrian coach or trainer, see the following points as a checklist... Check that you are ready to show up in all the areas mentioned and then make your decision based on that.

Other Resources and Links on this topic...

Past Episode - Accountability in Your Riding
Connection - my monthly online membership for equestrians
Horse Riding Through COVID-19
Free Weeks Riding Plan
Free 2020 Equestrian Fitness Challenge
Lunging for Riding
Groundwork for Riding
My free online Facebook Community
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Building Confidence in Yourself as an Equestrian Apr 06, 2020

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Confidence is trusting yourself and your abilities to handle the situation you find yourself in. Right now, we are all finding ourselves in a situation that we have never before found ourselves in. The COVID-19 outbreak has changed the landscape for most equestrians. Many riders are no longer able to ride. Many riders are having to go it alone. Some for the first time. All of this is leading to a lot of riders experiencing a crisis of confidence. However, you can do this. With a few simple 'step by step' actions, you can come through this, especially if you are lacking confidence in your abilities to navigate this alone.

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Making Progress in Your Riding While Part Leasing a Horse Mar 23, 2020

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For many riders, part leasing, renting or sharing a horse is an affordable way to make horse riding possible. With the current turn of events around the globe, I think that many more riders will turn to this method of 'horse ownership' over the coming weeks and months.

However, having two or more people sharing a horse has its challenges. This is amplified even more if the riders are at different levels, have different styles or just different goals.

In this episode of the Daily Strides Podcast, you will learn a few simple processes you can use to make 'part-leasing' not only feel good for you. But also, use it in a way that allows you, the other rider and the horse to continue to develop and make progress in your riding.

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Navigating these Unusual Times as an Equestrian Mar 16, 2020

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Things are moving fast. There is an energy that seems blended with so much of what is happening right now, and it is not beneficial energy. So, what can you, as an equestrian, do to get through this with grace and compassion? Quite a few things actually. Here are a few suggestions you can try over the coming weeks… Read More... Other resources to help in your riding:-

Developing Your Seat in the Canter Mar 09, 2020

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The canter can be confusing for many riders. Especially what to do with your seat in the canter. You're told to ride the horse forward with your seat. But you're then told to be 'quiet' with your seat… So which is it? And how can you begin to develop a more effective seat in the canter?

I think that canter is the gait that separates 'fit' riders from 'unfit' riders. It is definitely more difficult to fake strength and suppleness in the canter, hence a lot of riders having trouble with their seat to begin with in the gait. In order to really begin developing your seat, you need to first take responsibility for carrying your own body.

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