In Stride

This episode of In Stride is sponsored by VetCS. VetCS is an equine veterinarian–founded company creating science-backed hemp products for everything from joint support to calming solutions for stressful situations. Their clean, consistent formulas are made by horse people who truly understand horses. Visit https://vetcs.com/pages/in-stride to purchase and use code InStride20 for 20% off.  This episode is also sponsored by The Equestrian College Advisor. Navigate the college search with confidence and find the right fit for both academics and riding. Visit equestriancollegeadvisor.com to learn more and book a consultation.  In this episode of “In Stride,” Sinead is joined by the one and only Peter Gray.  Peter Gray is an accomplished Olympic event rider, international judge, and high-level coach. He competed at the Olympic Games as an event rider, including the 1984 Los Angeles and 1988 Seoul Olympics, and earned individual bronze at the 1987 Pan American Games. As a coach, he served as the Canadian national team coach from 1996 to 2000 and has held roles including Canadian team selector and high-performance leadership roles in both Canada and the U.S. As a judge, Peter holds a USEF ‘S’ dressage license and an FEI Level 3 eventing license, judging through the five-star level, and was appointed as a judge for the 2022 FEI World Eventing Championships in Italy.   Peter reflects on the many roles he’s held throughout his career and the lessons he’s learned along the way, including:  • How growing up on the small island of Bermuda shaped his path to becoming an international competitor  • Training principles that stand the test of time, and approaches the sport needs to move beyond • Why proper coaching matters, and the value of learning from coaches with extensive experience at the upper levels  • How judging has influenced his perspective on riding, both in hindsight and in how he views the sport today Join Peter and Sinead for a thoughtful conversation about riding, coaching, judging, and a career that has spanned every level of the sport.  In Stride is brought to you by Ride iQ. Ride iQ helps everyday riders ride with more clarity, confidence, and purpose through on-demand audio lessons from world-class coaches. Members also get weekly live Q&As with equestrian experts, exclusive podcast episodes, dressage test playbooks, and supportive community conversations that make learning feel fun and doable. If you want to give it a try, you can learn more and start your free 14-day trial at Ride-iQ.com⁠. Want straightforward, expert advice on keeping your horse sound and thriving? Dr. Erica Lacher’s eight-part program, Horse Health Essentials, is now available, and you can use code POD35 for 35% off. Learn more at RideIQElevate.com/horse-health. Ask An Expert is your go-to podcast for practical, real-world advice from top equestrian professionals. From improving your riding to mastering everyday horse care, our experts break it all down. Listen wherever you get your podcasts: https://pod.link/1776969830

This episode of In Stride is sponsored by VetCS. VetCS is an equine veterinarian–founded company creating science-backed hemp products for everything from joint support to calming solutions for stressful situations. Their clean, consistent formulas are made by horse people who truly understand horses. Visit https://vetcs.com/pages/in-stride to purchase and use code InStride20 for 20% off.  This episode is also sponsored by The Equestrian College Advisor. Navigate the college search with confidence and find the right fit for both academics and riding. Visit equestriancollegeadvisor.com to learn more and book a consultation.   In this episode of “In Stride,” Sinead is joined by Olympic eventing course designer Pierre Le Goupil.  Pierre Le Goupil is an internationally respected eventing course designer and lifelong horseman whose career began with more than two decades of competing internationally. He and his family established the event Le Grand Complet on their farm in Normandy, a competition that grew into one of the major horse trials in France and later relocated to Haras du Pin. After transitioning from riding to course design, Le Goupil went on to design at top FEI events around the world and was appointed as the cross-country course designer for the 2024 Paris Olympic Games.   Pierre reflects on his journey to becoming one of the world’s leading course designers and what shaped his approach to the sport, including:  • The qualities he believes define a truly great course designer  • How cross-country course design has evolved over the years and how that evolution has influenced the horses themselves  • His experience designing the cross-country course for the 2024 Paris Olympics, and how he balanced challenge and global expectations  • The pressure and responsibility that come with the role, and the strategies he uses to stay mentally grounded  Join Pierre and Sinead for an insightful conversation about what it takes to design cross-country tracks on the world stage.  In Stride is brought to you by Ride iQ. Ride iQ helps everyday riders ride with more clarity, confidence, and purpose through on-demand audio lessons from world-class coaches. Members also get weekly live Q&As with equestrian experts, exclusive podcast episodes, dressage test playbooks, and supportive community conversations that make learning feel fun and doable. If you want to give it a try, you can learn more and start your free 14-day trial at Ride-iQ.com⁠. Want straightforward, expert advice on keeping your horse sound and thriving? Dr. Erica Lacher’s eight-part program, Horse Health Essentials, is now available, and you can use code POD35 for 35% off. Learn more at RideIQElevate.com/horse-health. Ask An Expert is your go-to podcast for practical, real-world advice from top equestrian professionals. From improving your riding to mastering everyday horse care, our experts break it all down. Listen wherever you get your podcasts: https://pod.link/1776969830

Bonus Episode: This week you're getting two episodes! This conversation originally aired on the Ask an Expert podcast, and we’re bringing it over to In Stride for you to enjoy.When the temperature drops, your horse's health needs a thoughtful approach to keep them comfortable and thriving through the winter. In this episode of Ask An Expert, renowned equine vet Dr. Lisa Casinella joins us to reveal the essential winter care practices every horse owner should know. From diet adjustments to blanket selection, Dr. Casinella shares actionable advice to make winter stress-free for both you and your horse. Episode Highlights: 10:30: Must-have items for a winter emergency kit (when a vet isn’t available). 25:30: Seasonal diet and supplement changes after pasture grass disappears. 37:00: How to select the right blanket based on weather and hay access. 39:30 : Solutions for horses prone to weight loss in winter. 44:00: Indoor vs. outdoor winter care: pros, cons, and when to blanket. Meet the Expert, Dr. Lisa Casinella Dr. Lisa Casinella is a leading equine veterinarian based in Ocala, FL, with over 25 years of experience in performance horse care, including as the Official USEF Team Veterinarian. She brings deep expertise in both sport and racehorse health, with a holistic approach that includes acupuncture.Brought to you by Ride iQ  This episode is part of the Ask An Expert podcast series, usually available exclusively in the Ride iQ app, where members have access to more than 200 expert interviews covering training, horse care, sports psychology, and more. Ride iQ helps everyday riders ride with more clarity, confidence, and purpose through on-demand audio lessons from world-class coaches. Members also get weekly live Q&As with equestrian experts, exclusive podcast episodes, dressage test playbooks, and supportive community conversations that make learning feel fun and doable. If you’d like to explore what Ride iQ offers, you can learn more and start your free 14-day trial at Ride-iQ.com.  Want straightforward, expert advice on keeping your horse sound and thriving? Dr. Erica Lacher’s eight-part program, Horse Health Essentials, is now available, and you can use code POD35 for 35% off. Learn more at RideIQElevate.com/horse-health.

This episode of In Stride is sponsored by VetCS. VetCS is an equine veterinarian–founded company creating science-backed hemp products for everything from joint support to calming solutions for stressful situations. Their clean, consistent formulas are made by horse people who truly understand horses. Visit https://vetcs.com/pages/in-stride to purchase and use code InStride20 for 20% off.  This episode is also sponsored by The Equestrian College Advisor. Navigate the college search with confidence and find the right fit for both academics and riding. Visit equestriancollegeadvisor.com to learn more and book a consultation.  In this episode of “In Stride,” Sinead is joined by up-and-coming event rider Isabelle Bosley.  Isabelle Bosley is an American 4* event rider who has competed at major international competitions including the Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event, Badminton, Blenheim, and Bramham. She competed in the CCI4*-L at Morven Park with Night Quality, which was an important milestone in her career. In 2025, she won the MARS Maryland 5 Star CCI3*-L with Conner, marking one of her biggest victories to date. Isabelle spent several years working for Lillian Heard Wood and now works for Olympic rider Phillip Dutton, where she continues to develop young horses, compete at the FEI levels, and support a top-level program.   Isabelle reflects on the trajectory of her career and the people and horses who have shaped her path in eventing, including:  • The influence of Lillian Heard Wood and Phillip Dutton, and the lessons she’s carried forward from each of them  • How a stretch of disappointing results, including a Nations Cup appearance, led to her first sponsor and ultimately to finding Conner  • The journey of developing Conner and the thoughtful approach she’s taken to building a lasting partnership with him  • Navigating the realities of the industry, from balancing work and riding to managing finances and avoiding burnout  Join Isabelle and Sinead for an honest conversation about grit, opportunity, and the mix of hard work and luck that fuels a career at the top of the sport.  In Stride is brought to you by Ride iQ. Ride iQ helps everyday riders ride with more clarity, confidence, and purpose through on-demand audio lessons from world-class coaches. Members also get weekly live Q&As with equestrian experts, exclusive podcast episodes, dressage test playbooks, and supportive community conversations that make learning feel fun and doable. If you want to give it a try, you can learn more and start your free 14-day trial at Ride-iQ.com⁠. Want straightforward, expert advice on keeping your horse sound and thriving? Dr. Erica Lacher’s eight-part program, Horse Health Essentials, is now available, and you can use code POD35 for 35% off. Learn more at RideIQElevate.com/horse-health. Ask An Expert is your go-to podcast for practical, real-world advice from top equestrian professionals. From improving your riding to mastering everyday horse care, our experts break it all down. Listen wherever you get your podcasts: https://pod.link/1776969830

This episode of In Stride is sponsored by VetCS. VetCS is an equine veterinarian–founded company creating science-backed hemp products for everything from joint support to calming solutions for stressful situations. Their clean, consistent formulas are made by horse people who truly understand horses. Visit https://vetcs.com/pages/in-stride to purchase and use code InStride20 for 20% off.  This episode is also sponsored by The Equestrian College Advisor. Navigate the college search with confidence and find the right fit for both academics and riding. Visit equestriancollegeadvisor.com to learn more and book a consultation.  In this episode of “In Stride,” Sinead is joined by BHS-certified eventing and dressage coach Andrea Pfeiffer.  Andrea Pfeiffer is a BHS-certified trainer with more than 30 years of experience developing horses and riders to their highest potential across both eventing and dressage. Based at Chocolate Horse Farms in Petaluma, CA, she coaches a wide range of riders whose success reflects her thoughtful, dedicated approach. Andrea is the winner of the 2022 Equus Award presented by the Sonoma County Horse Council and actively develops horses in partnership with top event rider Tommy Greengard. Beyond her work in sport, she serves as vice president for the Petaluma COTS Committee on the Shelterless and sits on the Board of Directors for Giant Steps Therapeutic Riding Center.  Andrea reflects on the many chapters of her life and the community she’s built within the horse world, including:  • How Chocolate Horse Farms began, the vision behind it, and how it’s evolved over the years  • Her work supporting the shelterless population in Petaluma through the COTS organization, and why that mission matters to her  • Her partnership with Tommy Greengard and the process of finding, developing, and producing top-quality horses together  • The training principles that guide her work today and how her approach has shifted over the past two decades  Join Andrea and Sinead for an inspiring conversation about purpose, partnership, and the impact one person can have in their community, both inside and outside the arena.    In Stride is brought to you by Ride iQ. Ride iQ helps everyday riders ride with more clarity, confidence, and purpose through on-demand audio lessons from world-class coaches. Members also get weekly live Q&As with equestrian experts, exclusive podcast episodes, dressage test playbooks, and supportive community conversations that make learning feel fun and doable. If you want to give it a try, you can learn more and start your free 14-day trial at Ride-iQ.com⁠. For Black Friday, use code FRIDAY35 to get 35% off your first month or your first year. Want straightforward, expert advice on keeping your horse sound and thriving? Dr. Erica Lacher’s eight-part program, Horse Health Essentials, is now available, and you can use code POD35 for 35% off. Learn more at RideIQElevate.com/horse-health.