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Dr. Aleisha discusses how to hack your brain to incorporate healthy habits into your life as a horseback rider to optimize performance and health. She gives a clear, 3-step process setting riding goals and creating a plan to reach them.
She discusses the 4 laws of habit change from James Clear's book, "Atomic Habits," and dives into how each of these laws can be used in the busy life schedule of a horseback rider.
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In this episode I sit down and talk all things horse wellness and rehabilitation with Summer Nicole Terry of Superior Rehabilitation. Summer is an expert body worker who specializes in performance horses. We talk about useful tools for building a horse's strength including toppline, hind end, proprioception, and core.
We discuss the pros and cons of swimming horses vs. using a modality like aquatred. Summer dives into why long trotting may NOT be good for conditioning barrel horses and some safer alternatives for your horse's stifles. She discusses how a rider's fitness or lack of fitness may lead to quicker degeneration of this joint.
Speaking of stifles, Summer discusses some common stifle injuries and how she has rehabbed her own horses from stifle surgery.
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In this episode (Part 2/2) I sit down with world-renowned barrel racing trainer Shannon Kerr to continue our conversation on making the absolute best barrel horses in the world. She discusses the recent world-record breaking run on a standard pattern set by Anderson Carreira and Black Cat Lider.
We discuss all of the questions that were asked in our polls leading up to this episode, so if you submitted a question, tune in to hear Shannon's answer!
She graciously took the time to answer each question thoroughly and completely. And she totally shifted my perspective on exhibitioning!
This episode is brought to you by our fitness course for competitors, COMPETE. You can learn more at www.solidinthesaddle.com/compete.
If you'd like the free core workout for riders mentioned in this podcast, you can head to www.solidinthesaddle.com/core.
You can reach Shannon Kerr on Facebook and Instagram as well as view her products at www.skequine.com
And if you enjoyed this podcast, please rate and leave a review to help us reach more riders!
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In this episode I sit down with the legendary Shannon Kerr. Shannon Kerr is a world-renowned barrel racing trainer who currently resides in Brazil. She got her start on racehorses, dabbled in jumping and dressage, and found her passion in barrel racing where she had success and trained for Judd Little. Sheโs trained horses in the United States, Italy, and now Brazil. Her natural talent and drive to succeed has resulted in a successful transition into the worldโs toughest barrel racing scene, where the horses are frequently running low 16โs on a standard pattern.
This episode is chock-full of information including how to prevent horses from tying up, building up fitness and strength in a young horse, the differences in training American barrel horses vs. Brazilian barrel horses, and her horse fitness routine since Brazilians cannot use medications like Lasix to run barrels. And YES- I ask about the leaning of the Brazilian riders! Her response may surprise you like it surprised me.
I can promise you're not going to want to miss this one. Shannon is an expert in horse care and she drops valuable nuggets of information throughout the episode for the listeners.
This episode is brought to you by COMPETE, our online performance training workout course for competitive riders. If you're looking to shave time off the clock, you need this course. Even Shannon herself works out despite riding horses every day- she says it's crucial to helping her ride well and not get behind in a run.
Check it out here at: www.solidinthesaddle.com/compete
You can find Shannon on all social platforms at Shannon Kerr.
Her website is https://www.skequineproducts.com/
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In this episode I sit down with Kalena Webb, founder of Women of the Wild West Horse Show. She discusses how the Sale came about as well as the events that are involved with it today. This is an ALL WOMEN event, so grab your girlfriends and come to Gooding, Idaho to see some high-quality horses consigned by women!
Breakaway roping: Saturday, May 24
$25,000 added Barrel Race: Sunday, May 25
Horse Sale: Monday, May 26
Vendor booths throughout the weekend.
Stop by and see our Solid in the Saddle Trailer where you can get a massage, riding analysis, or run review with exercises to help you where you need it.
I'll also be there with the wonderful Montana Made Meats & Tallow! Check them out here: https://montanamademeats.com/
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In this episode I dive DEEP with Whitley Sharp into all things success-related. Both Whitley and I strongly believe that there is always a way to make your dreams come true and this episode is a peek through the keyhole of how to make that happen.
She shares the experiences, work, time, and strategies she has used to get where she is today. Whitley is an extremely hard worker and she is getting to reap the fruits of her labor now after years of hustling and never giving up. She offers valuable nuggets of wisdom for riders who aren't currently where they want to be in terms of horsepower.
I'll be listening to this episode for years to come and I hope you enjoy it just as much as I did!
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In this episode I get a chance to sit down and hear Diana Morris's story of competing on many different horses over the years before barrel racing before the "D" system was in place. Diana shares her extensive background in rodeo and on a fun side note she discusses the TV Show "1923" being filmed at her ranch.
Recently Diana has focused on physical fitness with Solid in the Saddle programs to improve her riding, knee pain, and back strength. She ends the episode by sharing a solid tip about the mental side of having success in the arena.
This episode is brought to you by Six Weeks to Solid in the Saddle, our introductory course for riders looking to gain core, back, and leg strength to feel strong and confident on their horses. Learn more at www.solidinthesaddle.com/six.
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In this episode I chat with Melanie South who is an accomplished horsewoman, Equine Instructor at the University of Montana Western, and a previous riding instructor at the Natural Horsemanship program offered through UMW. She credits her success in the equine world with getting to ride a variety of horses from an early age and learning how to train and season a difficult horse.
Melanie shares her story as well as how strength training helped her return to riding after she had her daughter. Melanie completed "6 Weeks to Solid in the Saddle" and returned to riding with unexpected ease after hearing about the postpartum changes in riding from friends who had had kids.
This episode is brought to you by "Getting Back in the Saddle After Baby" which was created after I had my own son for this very reason! You can learn more here: Getting Back in the Saddle After Baby
Enjoy!
Dr. Aleisha
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In this episode I get to chat with one of the best barrel racers in the country, Tayla Moeykens, and her mom Deena Moeykens.
In September Tayla had the horse world of Montana on the edge of our seats while she battled the bubble to the NFR, finishing 16th in the world in the WPRA barrel racing. Currently she's sitting 8th!
Here's a list of her recent accomplishments:
โ 2023 Montana Circuit Finals Average and Year End Champion, qualifying for the NFR Open
โ 2024 Big Sky Region Barrel Racing Champion
โ 2024 Reserve Womenโs All-Around Champion
โ 2024 Reserve College National Champion Barrel Racer
โ 2024 Montana Circuit Finals Qualifier
โ 2024 Pro Rodeo Season โ Ended 16th in the World Standing for the WPRATune in to hear from Tayla and her mom Deena as they discuss mental toughening in barrel racing and rodeo, the important of using a step-wise approach to building confidence, Tayla's solid foundation, and the amazing horses that have gotten her where she is today.
Deena and Tayla are incredible riders and trainers and even better people. I can't wait for you guys to get to hear from them!
If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a rating or review for us!
Link to a FREE core strengthening workout for riders: www.solidinthesaddle.com/core
Link to Solid in the Saddle: COMPETE https://www.solidinthesaddle.com/pl/2148395280
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This episode featured Dr. Ali Wolpern, PhD who discusses creatine supplements. Dr. Ali has a background in exercise science, exercise physiology, and nutrition. She covers the benefits of creatine, effects on muscle performance/growth and dosage recommendations for different demographics including women, pregnant individuals, and older adults.
The discussion also touched on the safety and potential benefits of creatine supplementation during pregnancy and breastfeeding, as well as its affordability and ease of use. If you have further questions you can reach out to Dr. Ali at [email protected].
This episode is brought to you by Ride Strong 101: Unstable to Unshakeable in 8 Weeks. You can learn more here: www.solidinthesaddle.com/rideconfident101 .
Do you struggle with nerves when riding? If so, grab our FREE guide "Overcoming Anxiety: A 7 Day Action Plan for Nervous Riders" at www.solidinthesaddle.com/actionplan .
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Rachel Mottet, PhD is an expert in the field of equine nutrition. Listen as she shares what is worth spending money on when it comes to horse supplementation and what is NOT. She dives into ulcer management and the importance of quality forage. She also busts some myths- myths that I have always believed!
This episode is brought to you by Ride Strong 101: Unstable to Unshakeable in 8 Weeks. Check it out here: www.solidinthesaddle.com/rideconfident101
If youโre a rider who ever struggles with nerves, weโve got the solution. Head to www.solidinthesaddle.com/actionplan to snag our free Action Plan called โOvercoming Riding Anxiety: A 7 Day Action Plan for Nervous Ridersโ .
This guide will help you with breathing tips to bring your heart rate down, exercises to build core strength and stability, and other tips to help you reclaim your confidence and control.
It only takes 15 minutes a day to transform your riding. Donโt waitโregister now!
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Annie Novotny Sorge is a mom, barrel racer, trainer, dental hygienist, and entrepreneur. She is a pro at wearing many hats and balancing them all! Listen as she shares the struggles and fun of raising kids while having horses. Annie's episode is so refreshing and real, and I hope you all enjoy it! This episode is brought to you by "Getting Back in the Saddle After Baby", our course for postpartum moms (whether it's been 2 months or 20 years since you've had kids!) Check it out here: https://www.solidinthesaddle.com/offers/HRyLRNoZ
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Dr. Jared Sharp and Whitley Sharp are the owners of Sharp Sports Medicine, an equine focused veterinary practice that caters to the performance horse industry! Sharp Sports Medicine serves a majority of the Northwest from Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Arizona, Utah and Nevada.
Sharp Sports Medicine has become a place for ELITE equine athletes to go to stay sharp. Based out of Caldwell Idaho and Aguila Arizona, they are able to provide their customers with the industryโs latest veterinary medicine and technology on the go. As competitors themselves, both Dr. Sharp and Whitley understand the dynamics of the industry, and how crucial it is to have these equine athletes performing at the best of their abilities.
This episode dives into many of the performance enhancing interventions an elite competitor may consider using for their horse- everything from the various types of joint injections to nebulizing solutions for airway health. If you're a serious competitor, you're going to LOVE this episode!
This episode is brought to you by our course for competitors, COMPETE.
If you're ready to make this your year, start here. Begin this program at 4-8 weeks before your competition season starts and see your balance, agility, reaction time, and confidence soar. If you need that little edge over your competition, this is it.
Learn more here: https://www.solidinthesaddle.com/pl/2148395280
Contact information for Dr. Sharp: Sharp Sports Medicine Jared Sharp, DVM 208-565-0344 [email protected]
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Aleisha and Mary discussed the physical requirements and benefits of dressage riding. Mary explained how a rider must balance their center of gravity over the horse's center of gravity, constantly adjusting and shifting their weight. She also shared her personal experience of regaining her balance and strength after a break from riding. Mary credited the Ride Strong program for improving her balance, aids, and overall riding ability. She also mentioned that the program helped alleviate her right hip pain, which was affecting her running and riding. Mary emphasized the importance of equal activation and relaxation of muscles in maintaining balance and strength. Mary emphasized the need to be in sync with the horse, neither behind nor in front, but rather right with it. Aleisha agreed, noting that this principle could be applied to barrel racing as well. Mary expressed her desire to remain active and avoid surgeries, opting for movement and movement patterns to maintain her health. Mary also discussed her past as a pharmacist, standing for long hours, and how this has affected her posture and balance. She advised others around her age to start a program like "Ride Strong" to improve their riding stability, emphasizing the importance of starting where one is at and gradually building strength and flexibility. Mary also highlighted the program's flexibility, allowing for modifications and progressions based on individual needs and abilities. The conversation concluded with the understanding that a strong core and balanced seat are crucial for effective horse riding, regardless of the specific riding style If you'd like to learn more about Ride Strong 101 you can do so here: www.solidinthesaddle.com/rideconfident101 For a free PDF of core exercises for horseback riders, visit www.solidinthesaddle.com/core.
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Today on the podcast we have the Legendary Mark Bugni!
Mark is a 1.6 milion dollar rider, has been on the cover of Barrel Horse News 3 TIMES and has had countless successes in the futurity world. He rode JL Roc Lost a Soc to 11 Futurity titles in 2022 to finish with over $400,000 in winnings that year.
Mark shares his story of coming from humble beginnings and using his natural talent, desire, and passion to capitalize on his dream.
He shares
What it was like to feel the raw talent from JL Roc Lost a Soc for the first timeWhy physical fitness is such a huge factor to his successThe relationship between courage at speed and fitnessTips from riding hundreds of young horsesKeeping a feed program simple and cost-effectiveRider imbalances causing horse soreness and imbalanceHis conditioning program for horsesRiding quietly to avoid confusing the horse with unnecessary cuesHow staying fit, strong, and loose helps with creating the competition mindsetFitting the right horse with the right riderIf you're ready to get started on your riding fitness journey, head to www.solidinthesaddle.com/core for a FREE PDF of core exercises to get your abs stronger to ride better.
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๐๐๐ซ๐ ๐ฎ๐ค๐ช ๐๐ซ๐๐ง ๐ฌ๐ค๐ฃ๐๐๐ง๐๐ ๐๐ค๐ฌ ๐ฎ๐ค๐ช๐ง ๐จ๐ฉ๐ง๐๐จ๐จ ๐ก๐๐ซ๐๐ก ๐๐๐๐๐๐ฉ๐จ ๐ฎ๐ค๐ช๐ง ๐๐ค๐ง๐จ๐? If so, this podcast episode is for you. Kendall Hitch does an amazing job explaining the nervous system, chronic stress, and ways you can improve your stress response to affect your horse in a positive way. If your horse is nervous, jumpy, anxious, spooky, etc. thatโs a sign you may need to work on regulating your OWN nervous system to help them regulate ours. If youโd like to learn more from Kendall you can visit her website at https://www.healwithkendall.com She offers courses, 1:1 visits, & testing to bring your nervous system health to its optimal level.
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Abby Knight is currently the #1 barrel racer in Montana in the WPRA AND NBHA. She's had success at every level and is a true competitor. She tells the story of the horses she currently has in the trailer as well as the horses that made her the jockey she is today. She discusses rodeo vs. jackpot horses, different types of rodeo ground, and how her current horses use themselves around the barrels to stay safe on bad ground. Abby tells some heartwarming stories about the grit and try of her horses. If you've been wondering about the difference between rodeo vs. jackpot barrel racing in Montana, be sure to tune into this episode!
This episode is brought to you by Ride Strong 101: Unstable to Unshakeable in 8 Weeks. You can learn more here: www.solidinthesaddle.com/rideconfident101
You can access the free core exercises for barrel racers at www.solidinthesaddle.com/core.
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Listen as Alayne inspires us all with her story of getting into horses in her mid-twenties and thirties- to now having great success as a trainer and barrel racer at 59!
Alayne is a dedicated member of Solid in the Saddle and is the epitome of what we stand for: hard working, kind, disciplined, encouraging, and a love for horses. She shares her unique journey and what has helped her along the way.
This episode is brought to you by Ride Strong 101: Unstable to Unshakeable in 8 Weeks. You can check it out here: https://www.solidinthesaddle.com/rideconfident101
Click here for the free core strengthening PDF mentioned at the end of the episode: www.solidinthesaddle.com/core
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If there is anyone who knows how to win, it's Hailey Garrison Graham. Hailey is a 3 times HS National Finalist, 3 times college national finalist, and 3 time circuit finalist (in 2 different circuits!) Did I mention she's only 25 years old? Learn how Hailey keeps fighting her way back to the winner's circle despite horse health issues. She and her horse are the definition of resilience and I can't wait for you to get to hear some of her valuable tips.
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Dr. Kerry Pride is a Montana-born vet with deep roots in ranching, outfitting, and horse racing. From her childhood in Yellowstone's backcountry to mastering acupuncture and chiropractic for horses, Kerry provides insightful wisdom for horseback riders.
Key Points
โข Kerry's rich Montana heritage
โข Shift from general practice to equine acupuncture & manipulation
โข A heartwarming EPM recovery story
โข Keeping older horses nimble and fit
โข Insights on equine conformation and future stars
