Riding with a Fused Ankle plus How To Kick Correctly for July 20, 2026 - Horses in the Morning

To continue our Rider Body Theme, John joins the episode to discuss learning to ride with a serious ankle injury as well as riding through procedures for it. Then Solange breaks down a basic but vital skill : Kicking!

Horses in the Morning Stable Riding with Solange Episode 13:

• Host: Solange of Stable Riding
• Sponsor: Stable Riding
• Guest: John

Time Stamps:

• 00:29 - Solange intro & disclaimer
• 01:10 - “Stable riding” concept
• 04:59 - Rider adaptations & injuries
• 11:04 - Meet John
• 12:00 - John starts riding
• 13:27 - Ankle injury story
• 17:24 - Fox hunting & first field
• 19:44 - Ireland hunt story
• 28:31 - Lab intensive & safety
• 31:28 - Ankle fusion rehab
• 36:48 - New mare Bookie
• 38:27 - Advice to injured riders
• 40:23 - Leg aid/kicking lesson