In this first episode of 2021, Mell talks to us about her riding background, including that all important first love of the riding school pony.  She also discusses how some reflection led her to think about her riding differently, leading her to embrace dressage on her pony Pippa, one percent at a time.  After years battling Pippa's sweet itch, Mell also shares the breakthrough that worked for her and how she and her non-horsey husband make it work out and about.

You can follow Mell on Instagram @mellandpippa, and on her blog www.mellandpippa.co.uk.

The podcast can be followed on instagram @9to5rider.