Daily Strides Podcast for Equestrians

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.

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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!

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 do...

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, a...

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 ...

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 th...

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 ...

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, to...

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 is...

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 work...

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 o...

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.

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 St...

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...

Ever wondered how to get the most out of virtual riding lessons? Whether you’re brand new to remote coaching or already working with an instructor online, this episode is your essential roadmap to transforming your virtual sessions from “interesting” to transformational.

Join me as I walk you through:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/dailystridespodcastRight now, it’s tempting to turn to AI for everything, even in the saddle! Ask a question, get an instant answer. But when it comes to training horses and improving your riding, is that really helping you grow?

In this episode of Sunday Strides, Lorna shar...

In this Strides Revisited episode, we’re returning to one of the most powerful mindset shifts in riding - the moment when you stop trying to control your horse's every move… and start asking with clarity instead.

This episode takes a fresh look at leg yielding; not ...

Have you ever felt like you’re doing “all the right things” in the saddle - yet not really making progress?
Chances are, there might be a few riding shortcuts sneaking into your sessions. And if you're training without a regular instructor… those shortcuts can go unnoticed for weeks or even months.

Have you ever wished you could fast-forward three rides ahead to see exactly what you’d do differently? In this week’s Sunday Strides, Lorna turns that fantasy into a practical tool: using short video reviews as your “time-travel” coach. Learn how to pause your ride, watch it “from the future,” then hop back in the saddle and apply those insights immediately—so every session becomes a st...