Let’s Talk Horses: The Ultimate Riding Education Podcast
Episodes
Is riding a mental or physical sport?
19 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk through a question someone asked me the other day, and why slowing things down is so important. This is a follow on from the la...
Thinking about taking time in our learning and coaching as riders
05 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I expand on conversations I have been having with my riders and academy members about taking time.Link to my Academy:https://www.align...
What to think about when we are changing horses or moving up a level in our riding
05 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A conversation I have been having recently that I wanted to share with you.www.alignedequitation.com
When are the most likely times for your alignment to go askew
29 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I cover some key time sin your life when your riding position is effected, and what we need to think about to avoid this.www.alignedeq...
What does success look like for you with your horse?
22 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we just take a moment to think about what we do it all for, how do we define success with our own horse and how does that then shape h...
Understanding the Outside Aids
15 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I look at what your outside aids actually do and how to use them.
How movement can super charge your riding
08 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk about how and why conscious movement in the form of Equistretch (Yoga for riders) helps your riding on many different levels. I...
Rider Biomechanics Q&A — Stable Legs, Better Position & Progress Off the Horse
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Rider Biomechanics Q&A — Stable Legs, Better Position & Progress Off the HorseStruggling with a swinging lower leg? Want one simple change t...
Menopause and Riders - Confidence
11 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this final episode of my mini menopause series I take a deep dive into what it's like to struggle with confidence due to the menopause and why ...
Menopause and Riders - Mini Series - Fatigue, Sleeplessness, and Brain Fog
04 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we tackle three of the most frustrating and misunderstood menopause symptoms - fatigue, sleeplessness, and brain fog - and explore ho...
Menopause and Riders - Mini Series - Exercise and why its so important for riders
27 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive into the powerful role exercise plays for riders navigating peri-menopause and menopause. From unpredictable energy levels to...
Menopause and Riders - Mini Series
20 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive into the often-overlooked reality of perimenopause symptoms and how they show up in the saddle. From changes in balance, co...
Navigating Hormones and Head Injuries
15 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A short catch up episode on why I've been away for so long, navigating a big concussion, understanding how the peri-menopause has effected me and...
Unlocking your horses nervous system
28 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Unlocking Your Horse’s Nervous System: The Key to Better Riding and Connection In this episode, we take a deep dive into the horse’s nervous syste...
From sight loss to now, Thank You
25 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is just a short episode to say thank you, a huge milestone passed this weekend and I wanted to jump on and say a massive thank you.
Unlock Your Riding Potential: Understanding Your Nervous System
21 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive into the surprising connection between your nervous system and your riding performance. It’s not just about technique or st...
Breathe Better, Ride Better: How Your Breathing Affects Your Horse
18 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’re diving deeper into the power of breathing as a rider. This is part 2 of our focus on breathing, and we’ll explore how simpl...
Breathe to Succeed: Transform Your Riding with Better Breathing
14 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are You Breathing Correctly? Transform Your Riding with Better BreathBreathing correctly is something I’m incredibly passionate about because it’s...
I'm back and the new series is coming
12 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I realise I've said this before but I am back, 20925 has so far been a bit brutal, but there is light in my diary and so recordings are coming...
E85 - What we need to consider as horse riders when making plans
17 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Starting this year with some thoughts on what we need to think about when making plans for our horses.
E84 - You can say no to your coach
13 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A short episode with something to think about for the new year
E83 - What to do with our horses when the seasons change
29 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I address the issue that can be so prevalent in winter, or any season that is an extra challenge with horses, how do we stay motivated...
E82 - The riders Aids and The Horses Brace
08 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I discuss the horses brace, and how this can effect the way your aids are responded to, if you are doing the work yet still feel like ...
E81 - Lets talk about riding with spurs
01 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I discuss a few things we need to consider when riding in spurs, and whether we or our riders should really be choosing to ride in spu...
E80 - Why might your horse not want to come to you?
25 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A little different but still hugely relevant, in this episode I have a little thought about our responsibility to our horses on how we show up for the...
E79 - The Riders seat and speedy horses
18 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This is a follow up to last weeks episode about the riders seat, this time addressing the more forward thinking horses and how it is as equally import...
E78 - How the riders seat effects the horse
11 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we deep dive into the importance of the riders seat www.alignedequitation.com
E77 - Proprioception and why its so important for riders
04 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I love proprioception, its a long word to say and spell, but its soooo important to riders, in this episode I dive into why its so important and what ...
What's happening this winter
29 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
E76 - We have a new pony! And a bit more...
27 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I give you little update about our new pony, but also get you thinking about how we use rider alignment and pressure, how we need to b...
E75 - The Riders Core
18 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I delve into the detail of what the riders core is all about, why its needed, and what it actually is www.megparkinson.com
E74 - A summer of reflection on all things horsey
06 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Just a little catch up this time, let you know what's been happening in life here and why I may have been a tad quiet.
E73 - How to make consistent and long lasting changes to your riding
09 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk about how we can make constant positional changes in our riding and why we cannot just try and do it in our weekly lessons. ww...
E72 - School Movements and why are they important
23 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Just a dip in the water as we jump back into recording, a little ramble about why school movements are important for helping us improve our own riding...
E71 - What to do if your saddle slips
01 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk about what to do if your saddle slips, answering a question from one of you I cover what we need to think about first and a few...
E70 - How coachable are you as a rider?
27 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk about some essential areas of getting the most from your riding lessons. Give you tips on how to save yourself money and stress...
E69 - Goal Setting for Horse Riders
10 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This is the audio from a webinar I recorded last week, so many of you came along to the live and since then a lot of you have watched or listened back...
E67 - Audio Horse Riding Lesson 5/5 - Building Balance through Bend
13 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Part 5 of this audio lesson mini series
E66 - Audio Horse Riding Lesson 4/5 - Building Balance through Bend
12 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Part 4 of this audio lesson mini series
E65 - Audio Horse Riding Lesson 3/5 - Building Balance through Bend
11 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Part 3 of this audio lesson mini series
E64 - Audio Horse Riding Lesson 2/5 - Building Balance through Bend
10 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Part 2 of the mini audio lesson series
E63 - Audio Horse Riding Lesson 1/5 - Building Balance through Bend
09 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have me coach you in your ear with this mini series, within my academy you have access to over 70 audio lessons so I thought I’d treat you to this m...
E62 - Lets talk about how different horses respond to rider position changes
19 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A questions from an academy ember has prompted this episode, where I talk about how different horses respond to rider positional changes and what we n...
E61 - Let’s Talk Why hard isn’t always wrong as a horse rider
12 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk about your movement story, why riding isn’t always easy and what it means when it feels hard.
E60 - Let’s Talk about the Rider and the Nervous System
12 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk about how our nervous system plays a huge role in our movement and ultimately our riding, what we need to consider when trying ...
E59 - Let’s talk rider balance
17 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
“Abracadabra horse disappear” ever heard your coach say that? It’s all to do with how you would land if your horse was magically erased from und...
E58 - A little catch up, why I’ve been so quiet
01 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is the begining of me coming back to regular pods, but I thought I best explain what’s been going on.
E57 - Let’s talk about the leg aids of a rider and how to apply them
16 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk you through the details of how we want to apply our leg aids, what muscles we want to use and how this affects our horses and o...
E56 - Let’s talk about how our horse understands things like half halts
25 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I respond to a fabulous question I got asked in my members group about “how does your horse understand what you mean when you half h...
E55 - Let’s talk about how your tack can effect your position in a good and bad way
18 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I get honest about all the expensive tack you can buy and weather it really does what it claims on the box!!
E54 - Let’s talk about a little goal of mine - freestyle dressage
20 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I just have a little batter and catch you up on a little bit of life as I prepare the next season of podcasts, the audio isn’t great...
E53 - Let’s Talk About the Rising Trot
24 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This episode I delve into the biomechanics of a rising trot, from the basics through to the more detailed look at what our bodies need to do to create...
E52 - Let’s talk about thigh positioning in the rider
17 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Who knew there was so much to say about the riders thighs!! On a serious note, the way the thigh is positioned in the saddle has HUGE effects on the r...
E51 - let’s talk about why we need to focus on ourselves as well as our horses
10 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I have a tiny rant about why it’s soooo important to not only focus on our horses but also ourselves when it comes to being better. ...
E50 - Let’s Talk about Culture in yards
04 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This is a slightly different episode but something I’ve wanted to talk about as it’s relevant to all of us who want to do the work I talk about on...
E49 - Let’s talk about the canter seat
02 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do you struggle to keep your stirrups or feel like you want to follow your horses movement more? Here’s some ideas as to what may be happening and h...
E48 - Let’s Talk About Body Awareness as a Horse Rider and why it’s so important
26 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk you through why body awareness is vital for us as riders and why we don’t all have good body awareness, how we can do a simpl...
E47 - Let’s talk about how we criticise ourselves as riders and how we can turn it into a positive
19 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This episode dives into how we critique ourselves as riders, and gives you real time tools to use to help you turn it into growth and and positive mot...
E46 - Let’s Talk About Anchoring as a horse rider
10 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I explain what I mean by anchoring, how it can help you improve and replicate good rides over and over, how it can help your horse to ...
EP45 - Let’s talk looking down when you ride!
29 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A short and sweet episode into the fundamentals of why we need to look up! If you’ve ever been told to “𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐩 𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠...
E44 - Let’s Talk about Trigger Stacking in our horses
17 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
You may have heard of this before, but I felt this was needed to be spoken about when it comes to our horses and our own behaviour. So here’s my tak...
E43 - Lets talk about your Glutes!!
02 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I respond to / explain in more detail all about the glutes and how they affect our riding….good and bad . Enjoy . Remember if you w...
E42 - AUDIO LESSON - A Focussed Hack
19 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
After an unplanned mini break away from the podcast, I’m back with a brief catch up and an audio lesson to say sorry for my disappearance . Enjoy ...
E41 - Let’s talk about the riders ribcage
27 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I’m so excited to share this secret of riding with you . Enjoy . Remember if you want a question answered send me a DM or email me megparkinsonhors...
E40 - Let’s Talk About Taking some time to work on Fundamental Basics
21 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is slightly different to the recent biomechanical episodes, it’s an insight into me and my current riding focus. . Enjoy . Remember if...
E39 - Let’s talk collapsing in the canter & the canter position
15 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is an answer to some of your questions about the canter position and how to maintain that. . Enjoy . Remember if you want a question ans...
E38 - Let’s talk about collapsing as a rider
07 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I attempt to delve into the subject of why we collapse as a rider . Enjoy . Remember if you want a question answered send me a DM or ...
E37 - AUDIO LESSON - Are you sitting comfortably - the next level
01 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This is a follow on from E36 which is all about our biomechanics and the way we hold ourselves, this can be listened too whilst riding and is suitable...
E36 - Let’s talk about what may be behind a positional problem that you just can’t “fix”
30 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I delve into explaining how our nervous system has a greater function over our body than just making us stressed. And how this could b...
E35 - Let’s talk about the Area Petplan Festival
24 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Here’s a little debrief on this weekends area dressage festival. . Enjoy . Remember if you want a question answered send me a DM or email me megpa...
E34 - Let’s Talk about “Feel” as a rider
16 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I take a deep dive into the elusive word “feel”. I explain how it is achievable but what we need to think about to achieve it. . E...
E33 - You’re not a rubbish rider
11 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk about all the things that can affect your ride and how you can finally let go of the thoughts that you’re just rubbish 😘 ....
E32 - Let’s Talk How to get your horse infront of the leg
09 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A question asked of me so much with so many factors so let’s dive in . Enjoy . Remember if you want a question answered send me a DM or email me me...
E31 - AUDIO LESSON - A Purposeful warm up
04 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Warning *LISTEN ON A HEADPHONE IF RIDING* as there’s horse noises! This episode is an audio lesson helping you find a purposeful warmup. . The sound...
E30 Lets talk about activating as a rider and how we do so
02 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
For this episode I answer a question that’s coming at me a lot on social media from you guys and explain how we need to activate our body when we r...
E29 - Lets talk about our hands as a rider
26 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I delve into the biomechanics that play into our ability have soft steady hands as a rider. . Enjoy . Remember if you want a question...
E28 - AUDIO LESSON - Having fun with centre lines
21 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This one’s an audio lesson, you can listen as you ride, top tip from others is have it in a headphone as then your horse doesn’t think there’s a...
E27 - Let’s talk more about an Independant seat
20 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Following on from E26, I delve into the details of how the hip muscles play a huge part in creating that independant seat. . Remember if you want a ...
E26 - Let’s talk about an independant seat
19 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I answer one of the listeners questions about what is an independant seat and how do we go about getting one as a rider, this is obvio...
E25 - Let’s talk about horses and napping
12 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I answer one of your questions about horses and why they nap. This is what I see when I work with horses that nap and how I work to tu...
E24 - Let’s Talk About a riders Feet
07 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Rider Biomechanics Special - This episode is all about your feet as a rider and human and how they really affect your riding in so many ways. If anyt...
E23 - Let’s Talk about my most recent dressage competition
05 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This episode I talk about my most recent dressage competition, relating back to my previous show debrief and how I feel I’ve improved and what’s n...
E22 - AUDIO LESSON - HALF HALTS
30 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This is a full session riding, where we use half halts to rebalance and improve our basic school movements of 20m circles. If anything is relevant or...
E21 - Lets Talk Building a Habit
27 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I shar some tips on how to build a new habit when you feel like there not tons of time and you always manage to give up. If anything ...
E20 - AUDIO LESSON - How aids really work - Part 2
15 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Here’s the follow up lesson from E18 how aids really work Part 1, make sure you listen to them both, they can be listened too either on or off your ...
E19 - Let’s talk competing at the Suffolk Show
13 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Here’s another show debrief, a couple of weeks after the show (as I’ve been on my holidays) but still relevant and a chance to mull things over. ...
E18 - AUDIO LESSON - How aids really work
07 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This episode was originally recorded for my Online Riding Club but it felt too imprtant not to share, this is part 1 of How your aids really work. Th...
E17 - Let’s Talk lefties and righties 👋
02 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk to you about how we have a dominant side and a less dominate side and what that actually really means for our riding and our ho...
E16 - Let’s talk about change
31 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk about how we can support ourselves and our riders (if we’re coaches) through any sort of change that we are making to our rid...
E15 - Let’s talk about my dressage debrief
25 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Hey guys this is another show debrief, this time about my adventure riding our first ever Medium tests! In this episode I work through some of the th...
E14 - EXCITING NEWS
23 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Hey guys this is a micro episode with some very exciting news. Check out my website for full details www.megparkinson.com As always let me know ho...
E13 - Audio Lesson - Breathing & Upper body
20 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This is an audio lesson where we focus on your upper body position and breathing As always let me know how you get on, hit me up on any of the below...
E12 - Let’s talk about The Royal Windsor
18 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Hey guys, this is my debrief of the royal Windsor horse show for you As always let me know how you get on, hit me up on any of the below 👇🏼 My...
E11 - AUDIO LESSON - Part 2 Balance whilst bending - trot work
13 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this second part audio lesson we work on maintaining our position and balance whilst riding on a 20m circle and a 20m diamond in trot, if you haven...
E10 - AUDIO LESSON - Staying balanced as a rider on a bend
12 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this audio lesson we work on maintaining our position and balance whilst riding on a 20m circle and a 20m diamond. You will need to set your arena...
EP 9 - Let’s Talk about being tired & riding
11 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk about how we need to be more aware of ourselves when we are tired, focussed on external things and how this affects our horses ...
E8 - AUDIO LESSON - Transitions
05 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This audio lesson focusses on our transitions As always let me know how you get on, hit me up on any of the below 👇🏼 My Instagram: https://www...
E7 - Let’s Talk “Your horse is testing you”
04 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this mini episode I talk about how the saying “your horse is testing you” can become mis-used/misunderstood and try to bring our thoughts about...
E6 - AUDIO LESSON - Are you sitting comfortably
28 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Guys I’m so excited about this, this is the first audio lesson I’m releasing to you. A chance for me to help you whilst you ride…in real time!...
E5 - Let’s Talk about the Rider
25 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Here I speak about why I’m so passionate about focussing on the biomechanics of the horse rider and why I believe we need to talk about, be more awa...