A quick little update for you!
Eric and I have moved states—we are officially Washingtonians… Washingtonites??? Haha, I’m not sure which is correct, but we live in...
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McKayla
Jun 175 min
Join Me and Sandy on Our First 50 Mile Endurance Ride Together!
I wanted to share something significant that happened recently: Sandy and I completed our first-ever 50-mile ride together. It was one of...
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McKayla
May 284 min
Mastering Leg Position in the Saddle: Your Guide to Improved Riding
Finding the correct leg position while riding has been a lifelong endeavor. I’ve worked with different trainers from multiple...
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McKayla
Apr 296 min
Eagle Canyon Conquest: Our First Ride of the Season
It’s ride season!!! To start this 2024 season off, Sandy and I completed our first-ever multi-day ride at Eagle Canyon. We did...
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McKayla
Apr 222 min
How to Stay Consistent Toward Your Goals When You Lack Motivation
Maintaining consistency toward our goals can be challenging, especially when motivation wanes. However, there are several strategies we...
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McKayla
Apr 83 min
How to Set SMART Goals for You and Your Horse
As equestrians, our love for horses is boundless, but even the most dedicated riders can find themselves struggling with motivation when...
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McKayla
Mar 183 min
How to Create a Strategy for a Successful Year
(It’s Not What You Might Think) One of the biggest mistakes I see horsewomen make is: being distraught over the fluctuations of their...
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McKayla
Mar 63 min
Braving the Chill: A Winter Horse Riding Guide
Part 2 Horse Edition Quick disclaimer: Every horse is different, and I am not a vet. Please always exercise caution when riding in the...
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McKayla
Mar 44 min
Braving the Chill: A Winter Horse Riding Guide
Part 1 Rider Edition Hopefully, you’re not stuck in this spring/winter cycle that my area seems to be in. We’ve had some beautiful sunny...
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McKayla
Feb 127 min
Why Every Equestrian Needs a Cross-Training Program: A Deep Dive into Rider Fitness
As horse riders, it's easy to forget about our own fitness. We spend hours schooling and conditioning our horses to make sure they are...
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McKayla
Jan 293 min
Endurance Racing Unleashed: Mastering the First Year with my RIDE Method
How my RIDE Method prepared me for my first year in endurance. You've been along for the ride as I tackled Endurance racing competitions...
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McKayla
Jan 223 min
The Last Adventure: My Fourth and Final Endurance Ride of the Season!
Last weekend I finished my first endurance season with my cute mare, Sandy! This was our 3rd ride together and I’m feeling a mix of...
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McKayla
Jan 154 min
New Year New You: Are You Doing What’s Easy, or Are You Doing What’s Required?
Last year I decided to do my New Year Resolutions a little differently. I was sick of making the same goals each year without ever truly...
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McKayla
Jan 83 min
My Third Endurance Ride Adventure!
Sandy and I competed in our second-ever Limited Distance Ride. Our last ride ended with a lot of room for improvement Sandy didn’t...
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McKayla
Jan 15 min
Rocking the Rides: My Adventure with Sandra-Dee at City of Rocks, Idaho
My first Limited Distance (LD) ride with my mare Sandra-Dee was at The City of Rocks Idaho. It was quite the ride, with lots of steep...
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McKayla
Dec 18, 20234 min
Conquering Challenges on My Maiden Endurance Race!
My first-ever endurance race was a complete success! I had the best mentor to guide me and show me the ropes, and a wonderful horse who...
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McKayla
Dec 5, 20233 min
Saddle Up for Success Part II:
6 Things I’m Glad I Got Before Entering the World of Endurance Riding Welcome back for Part 2! In part one, I told you some things I wish...
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McKayla
Nov 20, 20235 min
Saddle up for Success Part 1: 5 Things I Wish I Knew Before Entering the World of Endurance Riding
My first year in Endurance is coming to a close and I have to say I’m completely hooked! This year I’ve completed one 50-mile ride, two...
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McKayla
Nov 6, 20232 min
The Beginning of the Journey
Hi there! I’m McKayla and welcome to my blog! I am thrilled to be able to share my health and wellness journey with you all as well as my...
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