May 01 2024 59 mins
Join Andrea Wady in this inspiring video discussing how senior equestrians can thrive at every age. Andrea shares valuable insights on staying active and engaged in the equestrian community as a senior horse rider. In this episode, Andrea focuses on a vital yet often overlooked topic: empowering older horse riders. Together, we explore the challenges and stereotypes ageing equestrians face in the saddle and in everyday life. Our conversation tackles the realities of ageing, from navigating menopause to adjusting riding techniques and managing horse care as one's physical and mental capacities evolve. We delve into broader issues, too, discussing how to resist being marginalized in riding lessons and life decisions and the importance of maintaining an empowered decision-making role in our interactions with horses. Andrea shares invaluable advice on preserving and enhancing our equestrian lifestyle as we age and setting new, ambitious goals for the future. This episode is a beacon of inspiration for older horse riders and a crucial listen for younger equestrians planning a lifelong journey with horses. It's about refusing to be boxed in by age and embracing every phase of life with confidence and joy. Learn more about the Wise Riders Community: https://andreawady.com/wise-riders/ Curious Equestrian is produced by https://horsemanship-journal.com/
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