From the Horse Girl’s Mouth

Aryan’s painting fiasco.
How several horses got stuck in Doha, Qatar.
Jealousy in the horse world amongst riders/trainers and how this emotion has directly affected Aryan and Kristin.

Alyssa liu’s Olympic gold win and how she’s changing the sport.
Aryan volunteers at the United Dressage & Jumping Club.
What exactly is the UDJC show system, and how this organization is breaking the mold in the horse show industry.
Ways to support equestrian organizations.

In this episode we cover:
Aryan’s decision to build an arena.
Why proper footing and proper arena maintenance are important.
Kristin’s experience with different footings and arena makeovers.
Aryan re does the feng shui of the podcast room.

In this episode we cover:
Doc’s recent injury and what caused it.
The new residents at Aryan’s farm(all 11).
Staying motivated when riding begins to feel like a chore.
Burnout as an equestrian, and ways to work through it.

In this episode we cover:
Low-level jumpers and how speed is not always the answer.
Is “optimal time” the correct answer for changing dangerous behaviors in low-level jumpers?
Why building blocks in riding foundation, and a strong focus on equitation are more important than speed/height.

In this episode we cover:
Aryan and Kristin discuss showing at the World Equestrian Center Ocala.
Why WEC is considered the “Disney World” of horse shows.
USEF rule HU133 and how it pertains to age verified classes.
Aryan’s obsession with FarmVet, and her new hat.
Zues’s new favorite snack.
Focusing on the experience vs. the ribbons at a horse show.

Welcome to Season 2 of The From the Horse Girl’s Mouth Podcast! In this episode we cover:
Aryan and Kristin prepare to show at the World Equestrian Center.
The young hunter incentive program offered at The World Equestrian Center.
What a “presidential modification” is in the USEF organization, and Aryan’s request.
What it means for a horse to be “Age Verified” with USEF and why it matters.
The three f’s for horses: friends, forage, and freedom.
The new equestrian organization UDJ Club that is breaking the mold of traditional rated show circuits.
Doc’s dental Surgery.

On this episode we cover:
Kristin’s trip back home to New Jersey.
Aryan’s solo field trip to a local barn.
We discuss our 2025 year, including all the highs and lows.
We discuss our goals for 2026.
Aryan’s obsession with the western horse Adios Pantalones.

Trigger warning!!!
This episode discusses difficult topics such as eating disorders.
On this episode we cover:
Body image in the equestrian world.
6-45% of female athletes struggle from disordered eating. How can we start conversations and change the culture in the equestrian world.
How to offer support to those who are struggling.
Promoting body positivity and inclusivity in the equestrian community.
If you or someone you know is struggling, there are resources available at https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org

On this episode we cover:
Holiday gift ideas for the equestrian.
Kristin’s favorite client gifts.
Gifting experiences and services vs. material gifts.
Aryan’s must have holiday gift for every equestrian.
Kristin’s crafty side hustle.
Doc’s summer camp wedding.