Equestrian Performance and Fitness Podcast
Equestrian Performance & Fitness explores the science, practice, and lived experience of rider health, fitness, and performance. Hosted by Dr Jenni Douglas, an applied exercise physiologist and researcher, the podcast bridges sport science and equestrian performance to translate evidence into practice. Episodes cover strength and conditioning, physiology, female health, performance analysis, coaching practice, and wellbeing across the lifespan, with conversations grounded in research, real-world experience, and the realities of equestrian sport. www.eventingfit.com Join Ride for Life: https://www.trainerize.me/profile/jenni-douglas/DrJenni.Douglas/
Episodes
June 8, 2026 • 12 mins
After a bit of a break, I'm back — and so is EventFit. In this episode I'm telling you exactly what's been going on, why I stepped away, and what EventFit looks like now. Spoiler: it's simpler, more sustainable, and more me than it's ever been. I'm also announcing Ride For Life — a rolling monthly membership for equestrian athletes who want science-led fitness training built specifically around riding. No fixed start dates, no chal...
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November 7, 2025 • 14 mins
Feeling tired, unmotivated, and like your routines have slipped? You’re not alone — and you don’t need to start over. In this episode, Jenni shares how to reset your mindset, energy, and habits before Christmas, using evidence-based strategies rooted in behavioural science and real-life experience.
You’ll learn:
✨ Why motivation feels harder at this time of year (and what to do instead)
✨ Three simple, research-backed mindset shifts ...
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August 17, 2025 • 7 mins
Ever feel like you want to make changes—but life just keeps getting in the way? In this episode, we’re diving into a powerful mindset tool that can transform how you approach your health, fitness, and habits: locus of control. You’ll learn:
- What locus of control actually is—and how it shows up in everyday choices
- Why saying things like “I don’t have time” or “I always sabotage myself” might be keeping you stuck
- The link between ex...
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August 3, 2025 • 11 mins
You don’t need another plan—you need a mindset that helps you follow through. In this episode, I’m unpacking why so many smart, capable women struggle with consistency—not because they’re lazy or unmotivated, but because they’ve internalised a fixed mindset shaped by past failures, perfectionism, and unrealistic expectations. We’ll explore:
- What a growth mindset actually is (and isn’t)
- The everyday language that keeps us stuck in...
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July 27, 2025 • 10 mins
Ever found yourself halfway through your child’s leftovers… without even realising it? In this episode, we’re talking about those reactive food moments — when stress, tiredness, or emotion take over, and you find yourself eating on autopilot. I introduce you to a powerful tool I use myself (and coach clients through):
👉 The Strategic Pause.
It’s a 5-step process that helps you move from guilt and impulse… to intention and alignment....
👉 The Strategic Pause.
It’s a 5-step process that helps you move from guilt and impulse… to intention and alignment....
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July 13, 2025 • 12 mins
What comes to mind when you hear “healthy eater”?
Meal prep queen? No sugar, no carbs? Someone with flawless discipline? In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on the invisible rules and beliefs that shape how we see ourselves around food — and how those beliefs might be holding us back more than we realise. I share parts of my own journey from a rigid, bodybuilding-style nutrition mindset to a more empowered, flexible relati...
Meal prep queen? No sugar, no carbs? Someone with flawless discipline? In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on the invisible rules and beliefs that shape how we see ourselves around food — and how those beliefs might be holding us back more than we realise. I share parts of my own journey from a rigid, bodybuilding-style nutrition mindset to a more empowered, flexible relati...
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June 22, 2025 • 7 mins
In this episode, we build on the foundations of self-regulation, focusing on how to create momentum and consistency in your health and fitness journey — no matter how busy life gets. You’ll learn why willpower alone isn’t enough and how to work with your mind and body to overcome self-sabotage. We’ll explore the power of small, daily actions, practical strategies to manage stress and overwhelm, and the mindset shifts that turn self...
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In this episode, we dive into the often overlooked mental and emotional drivers that make or break your health and fitness goals. We unpack what self-regulation truly means — and why it’s the missing link for so many of us when it comes to sticking with exercise and healthy habits, especially during life’s busier seasons. You’ll discover practical tools and mindset shifts to move from feeling stuck or reactive to feeling calm, focu...
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Tired of the “all in, fall off, start again Monday” cycle? This episode of The Empowered Podcast is for you. Coach Jenni breaks down why so many women struggle with follow-through — and why it’s not about willpower, but emotional fluency. You’ll learn how procrastiplanning, emotional disconnection from your Future Self, and hidden thought distortions are quietly sabotaging your consistency. In this honest, psychology-backed convers...
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May 11, 2025 • 16 mins
Think you’re just lazy or lacking willpower? Think again. In this episode of The Empowered Podcast, we break down one of the most common – and misunderstood – barriers busy women face: procrastination. You’ll learn why putting off your workouts, meal prep, or self-care isn’t about being unmotivated — it’s an emotional response rooted in how your brain seeks comfort.
Jenni unpacks the psychology behind procrastination, including shor...
Jenni unpacks the psychology behind procrastination, including shor...
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March 23, 2025 • 12 mins
Struggling to stay consistent? Feel like motivation comes in waves? What if I told you that motivation follows a predictable pattern—and you can learn to control it?In today’s episode, I’m breaking down how motivation actually works and giving you the exact tools to stay driven, no matter what.💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✔️ The 3 biggest motivation killers and how to fix them
✔️ How to increase expectancy and value (so your...
✔️ The 3 biggest motivation killers and how to fix them
✔️ How to increase expectancy and value (so your...
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March 9, 2025 • 6 mins
Ever feel like you’re stuck in the cycle of “I just need to be more motivated”? You’re not alone—but here’s the truth: motivation isn’t what keeps you going.In today’s episode, I’m breaking down the biggest motivation myth and showing you exactly how to stop relying on willpower and start using a science-backed motivation system that actually works.💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✔️ Why motivation is not a feeling—it’s a proce...
✔️ Why motivation is not a feeling—it’s a proce...
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February 23, 2025 • 14 mins
Consistency in exercise doesn’t happen by accident—it’s built through intentional habits, a flexible mindset, and a deeper understanding of the brain-body connection. In this episode, we explore the ways you can redefine what exercise means to you, the role of rewards in building habits, and the neuroscience behind movement. Plus, practical tips for overcoming resistance and reframing challenging sensations like breathlessness and ...
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February 9, 2025 • 11 mins
Motivation can feel like an elusive spark, especially when life gets busy. In this episode, we explore the science of motivation, including the concept of motivational salience and how it impacts our decision-making. Learn why avoidance goals might be holding you back and how shifting to approach goals can transform your mindset. You’ll also discover practical tools for overcoming resistance, reframing your narrative, and becoming ...
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January 26, 2025 • 5 mins
Life doesn’t always go as planned, and sometimes your goals need to evolve along with it. In this episode, Dr. Jenni Douglas explores how to adapt your goals without losing sight of your bigger vision.
Discover how to:
✨ Embrace flexibility as a strength, not a setback.
✨ Overcome mindset traps like all-or-nothing thinking.
✨ Use a simple framework to pivot your approach while staying aligned with your purpose.Motivation can be hard to...
Discover how to:
✨ Embrace flexibility as a strength, not a setback.
✨ Overcome mindset traps like all-or-nothing thinking.
✨ Use a simple framework to pivot your approach while staying aligned with your purpose.Motivation can be hard to...
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January 12, 2025 • 16 mins
Starting the new year full of excitement and motivation is easy—but how do you keep that momentum going when life gets busy? In this episode, Dr. Jenni Douglas, expert in exercise physiology and behavior change, shares the proven strategies you need to stay consistent in 2025.
Learn how to:
✨ Set goals that align with your values for sustained motivation.
✨ Celebrate small wins to build long-term momentum.
✨ Create systems that make st...
Learn how to:
✨ Set goals that align with your values for sustained motivation.
✨ Celebrate small wins to build long-term momentum.
✨ Create systems that make st...
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In this episode my clients are on week 2 of their empowered programme so I am answering some of their questions on:
Please join me for a FREE webinar on 11th January 2024 at 7:30pm https://www.jenni-douglas.com/handletheholidays
The next empowered intake opens on 6th January 20...
- How to be in a deficit if not counting calories
- How to get in more protein
- Tips for drinking more water
- Why sometimes less is more
- Strategically sucking
Please join me for a FREE webinar on 11th January 2024 at 7:30pm https://www.jenni-douglas.com/handletheholidays
The next empowered intake opens on 6th January 20...
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October 25, 2024 • 20 mins
In this episode I will share evidenced based strategies to become and identify as a frequent exerciser
Struggling to find time for exercise amidst the chaos of work, family, and daily life? In the Empowered Podcast, I’ll share practical, evidence-based tips to help you become a consistent exerciser without feeling overwhelmed. Tune in for expert advice, real-life strategies, and actionable steps that fit into your busy schedule. Dis...
Struggling to find time for exercise amidst the chaos of work, family, and daily life? In the Empowered Podcast, I’ll share practical, evidence-based tips to help you become a consistent exerciser without feeling overwhelmed. Tune in for expert advice, real-life strategies, and actionable steps that fit into your busy schedule. Dis...
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October 18, 2024 • 12 mins
In this episode we focus on Menopause and how we can use adjustments in physical activity, nutrition and lifetsyle habits to improve symptomology.
Struggling to find time for exercise amidst the chaos of work, family, and daily life? In the Empowered Podcast, I’ll share practical, evidence-based tips to help you become a consistent exerciser without feeling overwhelmed. Tune in for expert advice, real-life strategies, and actionable...
Struggling to find time for exercise amidst the chaos of work, family, and daily life? In the Empowered Podcast, I’ll share practical, evidence-based tips to help you become a consistent exerciser without feeling overwhelmed. Tune in for expert advice, real-life strategies, and actionable...
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October 11, 2024 • 16 mins
In this episode I share my thoughts on how to fit in exercise when you have a busy family life
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