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Stuck? Your 90-Day Riding Reset Starts Here!

Daily Strides Podcast for Equestrians

Release Date: 04/02/2025

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Daily Strides Podcast for Equestrians

This week’s Sunday Strides is a personal one. Lorna reflects on a recent experience that reminded her just how uncomfortable it can feel to learn something new - especially as an adult. Whether it's learning how to use new tech (hello, Pivo 👋) or facing the awkwardness of watching yourself ride on video, there’s something universally vulnerable about being a beginner again. In this episode, you’ll be reminded that growth often feels uncomfortable, and that’s a good thing. Because real riders aren’t the ones who know it all - they’re the ones who are still willing to learn. 🐴...

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Daily Strides Podcast for Equestrians

If you feel like something is “off” in your riding, but you can’t quite put your finger on it, this episode is for you... We're going back to basics and revisiting the key areas of your riding position that may be holding you back. The reality? Even just one small fault in your seat, leg, or upper body can create a domino effect that impacts your entire ride—and your horse’s ability to understand you. This is a foundational episode for every rider. Especially if you're returning to riding, feeling stuck in your progress, or working without an instructor. Get the FULL article and all...

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Daily Strides Podcast for Equestrians

Feeling overwhelmed in the saddle by everything you think you need to fix? Whether you're a novice rider or returning after time out of the saddle, this episode will help you break free from the frustrating cycle of overthinking and overcorrecting. Instead of trying to improve everything at once, what if you focused on just one thing — the first domino that, when shifted, creates a ripple effect throughout the rest of your ride? In this episode, I’m sharing how to identify your own “riding domino,” why mastering the basics isn’t just for beginners, and how one focused ride can do...

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Daily Strides Podcast for Equestrians

Have you ever felt frustrated because what used to work in your riding, your training, or even your schedule - suddenly just… doesn’t? You’re not alone. In this episode of Sunday Strides, Lorna shares why it's normal (and even a positive sign!) when old systems stop fitting your current life - and why learning to adapt is the key to lasting progress in your riding journey. Change isn’t a problem - it’s a signal that you’re growing. Whether you're adjusting your training approach for your horse, your own riding schedule, or your life outside the saddle, embracing new strategies can...

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Daily Strides Podcast for Equestrians

If your horse’s trot feels a little "meh" - and not the light, airy, expressive movement you dream of - you might unknowingly be the one getting in the way... In this encore episode, we're revisiting one of the most powerful conversations you can have with your horse: how your seat can either create space for better movement - or accidentally block it. Many riders think that once they master the basic rising trot, they can move on. But if you want true influence, softness, and connection, you need to dive deeper - starting with how you move with the trot, not against it. In this episode,...

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Daily Strides Podcast for Equestrians

There’s nothing quite like the satisfaction of finally 'getting' the rising trot as a beginner rider… But what if the way you first found success—your trusty “up downs”—is now what’s holding you back? In this episode, we’re exploring how the rising trot evolves far beyond rhythm and balance. I’m breaking down how posting to the trot is actually a tool—one that can either help or hinder your horse’s movement and training, depending on how you’re doing it. Because yes, there’s a better way—and it all starts with YOU. 🎙️ Inside this episode, you’ll learn... ✅...

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Daily Strides Podcast for Equestrians

This week didn’t go as planned. And if yours didn’t either - you’re not alone. In this episode of Sunday Strides, I’m sharing what I do when life throws everything off course. From illness and exhaustion to just plain overwhelm, we all face moments where our riding plans feel impossible to follow through on. But here’s the key: One bad day doesn’t mean the whole week is a write-off. Sometimes, the best thing we can do is regroup instead of retreat. 🐴 In this Pep Talk You’ll Hear: Why setbacks don’t mean failure How to separate what has to get done from what can wait ...

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Daily Strides Podcast for Equestrians

Do you ever feel like your hands are sending mixed signals to your horse? If you’ve been trying to improve your contact, connection, or communication in the saddle - but things still feel off - this Strides Revisited episode is for you. Originally aired in February 2025 as Episode 1137, this conversation dives into four of the most common (and sneaky!) ways your hands may be unintentionally causing confusion while you ride. Whether it's fidgeting, flapping, or just plain floating... It’s time to find your ‘Goldilocks’ hands - just right 😉 This episode is especially helpful as many...

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Daily Strides Podcast for Equestrians

Do your hands seem to have a mind of their own when you're riding? You're not alone—and the good news is, unsteady hands aren't usually the real issue. They're often a symptom of deeper balance, stability, or position problems in your riding. Whether you find yourself constantly shortening your reins or unintentionally using your hands for balance, this episode will help you understand what's actually causing your unsteady hands and how to finally develop steadier, softer communication with your horse. Read the full article on this   In This Episode of the Daily Strides Podcast,...

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Daily Strides Podcast for Equestrians

Welcome to the very first episode of Sunday Strides – the new weekly series from the Daily Strides Podcast designed to get your mindset right before the week begins. These episodes are short (under 5 minutes), unscripted, and packed with the motivation, truth, and tough love you need to get back in the saddle—even when it’s not perfect. In this episode, we’re talking about the trap of waiting for the “perfect time” to ride and why that’s costing you real progress with your horse. Because here’s the truth: You don’t need a perfect plan. You need to just get on. 🐴 What...

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Feeling stuck in your riding or horse training? You’re not alone — and more importantly, you’re not broken. In this episode of the Daily Strides Podcast for Equestrians, Lorna Leeson shares a powerful and practical approach to getting unstuck: a structured, intentional 90-day reset.

Whether you're plateauing in the saddle, unsure how to move forward with your horse, or overwhelmed by inconsistent results, this episode gives you the exact steps to create momentum — and keep it going. Plus, Lorna opens up about her own journey through a frustrating period of feeling stuck and the rules she created to finally turn things around.

Read the full blog post (and get all the links) HERE

https://stridesforsuccess.com/episode1362-stuck-your-90-day-riding-reset-starts-here

💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

  • Why riders and horses both get stuck — and how to recognize the signs

  • How to create a 90-day riding and training plan that actually works

  • The power of simple rules and personal commitment

  • How to stay motivated through the dips and distractions

  • Lorna’s personal experience with hitting a plateau and how she bounced back

  • Why accountability and clarity are key to staying on track

🐴 This Episode is Perfect For You If:

  • You’re a rider training alone without a regular instructor

  • You’ve lost momentum in your riding or feel like you’re going in circles

  • Your horse’s training progress has plateaued or feels inconsistent

  • You want structure, motivation, and real progress in the next 90 days

  • You’re ready to commit to change, even if it feels uncomfortable

✍️ Create Your Own 90-Day Reset Plan

Start by defining where you want to be in 90 days. Set 3–5 clear, non-negotiable rules that will support that vision. Then, write them down and commit to showing up — no matter what life throws at you.

Need help putting your plan together? Scroll down for a powerful next step…

🔁 Join “Restart & Reschool: Private Coaching”

Ready for personalized support in your riding and training journey?

Lorna’s Restart & Reschool Private Coaching Program is designed specifically for riders training solo. Get access to weekly audio lessons, virtual check-ins, tailored feedback, video reviews, and more.

👉 Learn more here
📩 Or email [email protected]

🤝 Share Your Plan & Get Support

Inside the Daily Strides Podcast Online Community, we’re cheering each other on, one stride at a time. Share your 90-day plan, post your rules, and get real accountability from like-minded riders.

💬 Join us here: https://stridesforsuccess.com/group

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💬 Quote from the Episode:

“You need structure. You need clarity. You need a finish line. And that starts today — not next Monday, not after your next tack upgrade, and not when the weather is better.”