Letting go is hard. Especially when what you're letting go of feels like who you are.

In this episode of Sunday Strides, Lorna explores the idea of mental suppleness as a rider; and why it's just as important as physical suppleness in the saddle.

Because sometimes the very thing holding you back isn't your horse, your skill, or your circumstances…

It's the identity you're clinging to!

Join a growing community of riders from around the world who are building consistent progress in the saddle, often without riding more. Inside Connection, you'll get access to our fortnightly Review & Planning Calls, live virtual group lessons, Q&A sessions, and a full library of on-demand audio horse riding lessons. Start your two-week cycle with us today:
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Feeling stuck or uncertain in your riding and training? This 13-week 1-to-1 coaching program is designed to help you get unstuck and move forward with clarity and confidence. We'll work closely together to map out your next steps, troubleshoot your challenges, and get real results with your horse.
👉 https://stridesforsuccess.com/rr

Short on time? You don't need a full hour to make meaningful progress with your horse. This free resource gives you over 80 ideas for exercises, groundwork, mounted work, and mindset—all designed to help you move forward in your riding in 15 minutes or less. Perfect for busy riders or unpredictable days.
🎁 Grab it here: https://stridesforsuccess.com/15

Want to join other riders who are working alone but not feeling alone? Come be part of our free Facebook group where we share inspiration, training ideas, behind-the-scenes updates, and mini-challenges like Your Signature Ride. We'd love to welcome you!
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Have you ever started working toward something new in your riding where you intially felt excited, motivated, and ready to do the work...

Only to realise halfway through that you might have bitten off more than you can chew?! If so, welcome to the messy middle!

In this episode, we're diving into the phase of growth that most riders experience, but many allow to keep them stuck - and even turn back!

It's the point where:

• Things feel worse before they feel better

• Your horse doesn't look as "pretty" as before

• Your aids feel awkward

• Communication gets a little jumbled

• You're tempted to go back to the way things were

This is not failure; it's a sign that change is happening and this is the episode to encourage you to stick with it.

Join a growing community of riders from around the world who are building consistent progress in the saddle, often without riding more. Inside Connection, you'll get access to our fortnightly Review & Planning Calls, live virtual group lessons, Q&A sessions, and a full library of on-demand audio horse riding lessons. Start your two-week cycle with us today:
👉 https://stridesforsuccess.com/join

Feeling stuck or uncertain in your riding and training? This 13-week 1-to-1 coaching program is designed to help you get unstuck and move forward with clarity and confidence. We'll work closely together to map out your next steps, troubleshoot your challenges, and get real results with your horse.
👉 https://stridesforsuccess.com/rr

Short on time? You don't need a full hour to make meaningful progress with your horse. This free resource gives you over 80 ideas for exercises, groundwork, mounted work, and mindset—all designed to help you move forward in your riding in 15 minutes or less. Perfect for busy riders or unpredictable days.
🎁 Grab it here: https://stridesforsuccess.com/15

Want to join other riders who are working alone but not feeling alone? Come be part of our free Facebook group where we share inspiration, training ideas, behind-the-scenes updates, and mini-challenges like Your Signature Ride. We'd love to welcome you!
👥 Join the group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dailystridespodcast

If this episode helped you, please consider subscribing to the podcast so you never miss a new one. Share it with a riding friend who could use a little extra clarity and encouragement. And if you have a moment, rating and reviewing the show really helps us reach more riders around the world.
Thank you for being part of the Strides for Success community!

One Pole = Endless Possibilities.

Why do we overcomplicate our riding, when often the biggest breakthroughs come from doing less?!

In this episode of Sunday Strides, Lorna challenges you to strip things right back. No fancy setups. No complicated grids. No elaborate plans.

Just one pole, placed on the ground, and a willingness to get creative.

Inside Connection this quarter, the theme is ground poles. But instead of building complex exercises, Lorna suggests starting with the simplest possible version: a single pole.

Because when you remove the overwhelm, you create space for clarity. And clarity leads to progress.

Your Challenge This Week:
Place one pole on the ground and explore what you can do with it.

• Groundwork around it

• Lateral movements

• Stride adjustments

• Riding straight lines with intention

• Raising it slightly for core strength

The possibilities are endless when you stop waiting for the "perfect setup."

1. Set up one pole.

2. Get creative with how you use it.

3. Film a short clip.

4. Reflect on what you notice.

Then head over to the Daily Strides Podcast Online Community and let us know how it went https://facebook.com/groups/dailystridespodcast