Short Strides

In this episode I am joined by the wonderful Ellen Chapman from Trickle Net. We talk about her experience with Lamintis and Equine Metabolic Syndrome, and how it helped her found Trickle Net, and develop an incredible ethos and desire to support more owners with equine nutrition. Find out more about Trickle Net below:https://tricklenet.co.uk/?v=79cba1185463

This episode is dedicated to World Mental Health Day. I share my experience of dealing with a mental health disorder alongside being an amateur equestrian and talk about what we could do to lift the stigma associated with mental illness. Helpful links and charities:https://ridersminds.org/https://www.mind.org.uk/https://www.time-to-change.org.uk/

In this weeks episode I speak about how I deal with 'playing small'. And how self depreciation, self sabotage and absorbing criticism can essentially hold ourselves back from achieving goals.

This week I am joined by Ashleigh Wicheard, Vice Chairperson of BERF (The BAME Equine and Rural Activities Focus Group) who is doing BIG things to #rideoutracism and support and inspire members of the BAME community within the equestrian industry. She talks about her experience growing up and being the only 'black rider', working with racehorses and using horses for prison reform.Ashleighs Instagram - @missblackequestrianInstagrams to follow - @theurbanequest@equestriansforequality

In this weeks episode I am joined by Pippa and Jess from Stride Management. In an industry that is becoming increasingly digital and connected, the Team at Stride found their niche in supporting riders and brands with offering their vast skills and expertise. This includes social media management, sponsorship negotiations, website and logo creation and development, and a lot in between! I was very keen and curious to chat to Stride, to understand a bit more about this ever developing dynamic between riders and brands...Check out Stride Management: https://www.stridemgmt.co.uk/ @stridemanagement@shortstridesthepodcast

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In this weeks episode I talk through some of tricks that I've picked up (through a fair amount of trial and error!) to try and balance work, horses and some form social life successfully.

In this weeks episode I talk about past experience and the up and downs of working as groom. I chat to Lucy Blain of the @cromwellandlucy blog about how tough the role can be, how often the skills and experience it takes to be a good groom are more often then not over looked, and the stigma of being considered 'just a groom'.Check out the British Grooms Association mentioned in this weeks episode: https://britishgrooms.org.uk/

In this episode I interview the incredible Evie Toombes. Evie was born with Spina Bifida & Gastroparesis. At just 18 years old she is a huge ambassador for Showjumping and Para Showjumping. We discuss her epic return to the sport after spending 6 weeks in hospital during COVID, how she now competes with 'Hugo' the Hickman line, and maintaining her infectious positivity and drive.Follow her progress: @evie.toombesSupport the Foundation https://foundation.evietoombespararider.com/

This episode focuses on stripping it right back, and why it's so important to find your 'why' again with horses.Instagram: @shortstridesthepodcastFacebook: Short Strides The Podcast