35. The 40-Something Dressage Diva: Marcela Pomphrey

from Equestrian Mama · host Lucy Courchaine

If you’ve ever felt like you came to this sport “too late”… or wondered how you'll manage horses and motherhood, this episode is going to hit home.This week, Lucy is joined by Marcela Pomphrey, better known as the “40-something dressage diva,” whose refreshingly honest take on riding, ambition, and progress has resonated with amateur riders around the world.In this conversation, they dive into what it actually looks like to buy your first horse at age 40, how to balance horses with motherhood, and why it’s not only possible—but powerful—to take your riding seriously at any stage of life.Whether you’re getting back in the saddle after time away, chasing new levels with your current horse, or quietly holding onto bigger dreams… this episode will remind you that your riding still matters.🎧 Listen now let us know what you think! Find more resources for equestrians in pregnancy, postpartum and parenthood at www.equestrianmama.com

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