Daily Strides Podcast for Equestrians

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...

Struggling with unbalanced, rushed, or messy canter transitions? You’re not alone. And the good news is, it doesn’t have to stay this way.

In this episode of Strides Revisited (from 2020) of the Daily Strides Podcast for Equestrians, I’m sharing 3 practical steps you can implement on your very next ride ...

Ever feel like your riding instantly improves when someone’s watching? You sit up straighter, ride with more intention, and suddenly even your transitions are cleaner… But what if you don’t have anyone to watch you ride?

The good news? You do.
Your camera and your futu...

This week’s Sunday Strides is a personal one.

Lorna reflects on how a smaller riding space at her new farm initially felt limiting but ultimately sparked creativity and growth in her training approach.

Whether you're dealing with time constraints, health issues, or limited resources, this episode encou...

This Strides Revisited episode from 2020 calls riders out (lovingly!) on wasting time in the saddle and challenges you to make every moment with your horse count.

Whether you're riding solo, stuck in a rut, or returning after time off, this episode will help you reignite your purpose, get clear on your riding ...

If you’re a rider working without a trainer or instructor, this episode is for you. Because yes - you can absolutely improve your riding while training alone.

In this episode of the Daily Strides Podcast, we’re moving on from our Rider Basics series by getting deeper into strategies to use when riding alone. ...