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

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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