{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Letting Go to Level Up - The Messy Middle in Horse Riding","description":"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\u2019re diving into the phase of growth that most riders experience, but many allow to keep them stuck - and even turn back!  It\u2019s the point where: Things feel worse before they feel better Your horse doesn\u2019t look as \u201cpretty\u201d as before Your aids feel awkward Communication gets a little jumbled You\u2019re 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.  Connection Membership 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: \ud83d\udc49 https:\/\/stridesforsuccess.com\/join \ud83d\udc34 Restart & Reschool: Private Coaching 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. \ud83d\udc49 https:\/\/stridesforsuccess.com\/rr \u23f1\ufe0f 15 Minutes or Less Short on time? You don\u2019t 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\u2014all designed to help you move forward in your riding in 15 minutes or less. Perfect for busy riders or unpredictable days. \ud83c\udf81 Grab it here: https:\/\/stridesforsuccess.com\/15 \ud83d\udcac The Daily Strides Podcast Online Community 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\u2019d love to welcome you! \ud83d\udc65 Join the group: https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/dailystridespodcast \ud83c\udfa7 Subscribe, Share, Rate & Review 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! ","author_name":"Daily Strides Podcast for Equestrians","author_url":"https:\/\/stridesforsuccess.com\/daily-strides-horse-podcast\/","html":"