The Elevated Equestrian

The Elevated Equestrian
Podcast Description
Welcome to The Elevated Equestrian, where we explore the intersection of passion, business, and lifestyle in the equestrian world. Join your host, Samantha Baer, as she dives into the stories of equestrian entrepreneurs, industry leaders, and expert riders who are shaping the future of horse sports. Whether you're building your own equestrian brand, advancing your riding career, or simply love horses, this podcast is your go-to for insights, inspiration, and actionable advice to elevate your journey.
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The podcast focuses on a variety of themes within the equestrian world, exploring topics such as equine wellness, eventing longevity, marketing strategies for equestrian businesses, and rider performance. For example, episodes feature discussions on groundbreaking equine supplements, the journey of transitioning from rider to entrepreneur, and insights into sustainable horse training practices, providing listeners with actionable advice and industry updates.

Welcome to The Elevated Equestrian, where we explore the intersection of passion, business, and lifestyle in the equestrian world. Join your host, Samantha Baer, as she dives into the stories of equestrian entrepreneurs, industry leaders, and expert riders who are shaping the future of horse sports. Whether you’re building your own equestrian brand, advancing your riding career, or simply love horses, this podcast is your go-to for insights, inspiration, and actionable advice to elevate your journey.
In this episode of The Elevated Equestrian, Samantha sits down with Paul T. Haefner, Ph.D & Justin Haefner from Riding Far to unpack the concept of nervous system regulation in both horses and riders. With decades of experience spanning sports psychology, horsemanship, and young horse development, they explore how dysregulation shows up in the arena, why obedience isn’t the same as partnership, and what it really takes to build a calm, responsive, and connected horse. Listeners will walk away with a fresh understanding of polyvagal theory, co-regulation, and the neuroscience of trust — plus practical insights on trailer loading, fear management, and the hidden cost of traditional training.

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