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 doing… but the perspective you’re coming from. Sometimes a small perspective shift can be the key to your next riding breakthrough.

I’ll walk you through real-life examples from riders I’ve worked with in virtual live lessons: lunging issues, canter transitions, gripping with the knees, and refusals at fences. In each case, the transformation came from seeing things differently, making one small tweak, and allowing the horse to respond in a new way.

🎧 Listen in to discover how you can start creating breakthroughs in your own training today.

Inside This Episode You’ll Learn:

• Why perspective shifts often feel “wrong” at first, and why that’s a good thing

• How moving your position while lunging can make forward the only option

• Why waiting in canter transitions can change everything

• How releasing your knees can transform balance and softness

• Why watching yourself on video is one of the fastest ways to improve

Free Resource: Start Using Video in Your Riding

Recording yourself might feel daunting, but it’s the simplest way to spot your blind spots. That’s why I created a free step-by-step guide:

👉 What if recording yourself for 5 minutes could change everything?

This guide shows you exactly how to set up your phone, what to look for, and how to use the footage to spot small tweaks that lead to big results.

Restart & Reschool: Your 13-Week Path to Progress

Sometimes it’s hard to see your own blind spots, even on video! That’s where coaching makes all the difference.

Inside Restart & Reschool, I’ll work with you and your horse for 13 weeks to help you step out of frustration and into clarity. Together, we’ll uncover the small perspective shifts that create lasting change in your riding.

👉 Learn more here: stridesforsuccess.com/rr

Connection Membership

Looking for consistent lessons, structure, and accountability in your riding? Connection is my monthly membership that helps riders make steady progress with their horse, especially if they’re riding alone without a trainer.

Inside, you’ll find:

• A monthly live virtual group riding lesson

• Themed collections of audio lessons and training

• Live review & planning sessions to keep you on track

• A place to get all of your riding and training-related questions answered

👉 Get all the details and join here: stridesforsuccess.com/connection

Join the Daily Strides Podcast Online Community

Want to connect with other riders who are improving their riding step by step? The Daily Strides Podcast Online Community is our free Facebook group where you’ll find:

• Conversations around each new podcast episode

• Mini-challenges to inspire your training

• A place to ask questions and get support

👉 Join us here: facebook.com/groups/DailyStridesPodcast

Improving Your Riding & Training

Your next riding breakthrough doesn’t have to come from learning a new exercise or drilling harder in the arena. Sometimes, it’s as simple as shifting your perspective and giving yourself the chance to see what’s really happening.

🎧 Tune in now, grab the free video resource, and start making small changes that lead to big results with your horse.