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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Content Themes
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 powerful and eye-opening episode of The Elevated Equestrian, Samantha Baer sits down with Dr. Gerd Heuschmann—renowned veterinarian, author, and classical trainer—dives deep into what we've lost in modern equestrian sport. We explore the true foundations of classical riding, why biomechanics and horse-friendly training have been overshadowed by flashy outlines, and how we can rebuild the horse-rider relationship on trust, time, and anatomical truth.
Dr. Heuschmann pulls no punches as he outlines the systemic failures in modern dressage, explains why bending comes after straightness, and argues that true collection takes years, not clinics. Whether you're a rider, trainer, or vet, this episode will challenge your perspective—and might just change the way you train forever.
Key topics include:
Why classical training begins with anatomy, not aesthetics
The damage of quick fixes, draw reins, and early collection
The misunderstood concept of ”bending”
How breeding and sport culture have eroded foundational training
What a balanced horse really looks and feels like
How to support horses coming back from poor training
The role of empathy, education, and ethics in becoming a great rider
Plus: Gerd’s vision for a new U.S.-based nonprofit to protect the legacy of classical horsemanship.
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