Short Strides

In this I have finally managed to drag on my wonderful friend and trainer, Jade Hall of JCH Sport Horses. Jade is a fantastic rider, producer and show jumper based in Berkshire. We discuss her journey with horses and how she developed JCH Sport Horses, by working incredibly hard and authentically presenting herself, her supporters and her business. Check her out @jchsporthorses

In this weeks episode I tackle the ever present topic of bullying in the equestrian world. As riders, owners, yard managers etc, we've all experienced the constant judging and unnecessary comments from our peers. Whether it be at a show, at the barn or even online. I want highlight an discuss why we feel the need to pass judgement on our peers, and what we can do to catch ourselves out and stop this chain of negativity.

An intro Short Strides...

I am over the moon that Top Amateur Rider, Blogger and Director, Alicia Store, will be joining me on this weeks podcast. We discuss her experience of competing abroad, competing in the Global Champions Tour and she sets expectations and intentions as a rider, all whilst balancing a high pressure and busy work life.

In this episode I'm so happy I've managed to call upon Lauren Tryggvason, an amazing vet based in Berkshire who is committed to educating her owners. Lauren and I spend this week chatting about some 'undesirable' behaviours she sees and is asked to treat, but aren't actually related to issues that are considered a veterinary problem. Lauren takes us through 3 key 'behavioural' issues she asked to treat and diagnose, and what we can do as horse owners to address and remediate them.

By popular demand (precisely 4 people....) I've uploaded this episode early!In this episode I discuss the importance of being and becoming an equestrian Eco warrior. I have gone away and done some research for you guys, and have some little tricks to help you source sustainable products, reduce waste on and off the yard and support companies that are ethically sound. For some awesome blogs and more detail, check out Honest Riders #ridersonamission campaign!

This week I take the time highlight the importance of knowing when to take a step back and recharge as a rider. The sport is so high pressure that we often find ourselves in situations of great stress and anxiety. In this episode I share my tips and tricks to how to combat this and ultimately try to establish a better frame of mind for working, competing and riding.

This weeks Episode focuses on something I feel super passionately about, and that is rider weight. Mainly the rider 'aesthetics', and how we feel we need to be a certain size to look good in the saddle. I catch up with some awesome friends and discuss what we can do to change this type of attitude and kick the stigma...