Behind every ride, every ribbon, and every moment in the saddle lies a story worth sharing. Equestrian Insiders is a serie that opens the arena to those stories, told by the riders, trainers, and horse people who live them every day. In each episode, we step away from the spotlight of competition and step into the heart of the equestrian world: the bond between horse and rider, the struggles and triumphs, and the passion that drives it all. Expect honest conversations, inspiring journeys, and a glimpse into what it truly means to dedicate your life to horses.
In Part 4 of Equestrian Insiders, Brazilian rider Nando De Miranda explores a theme he recognizes both from his own past and in today’s young riders: the common mistakes many of us make. He explains how younger riders often want progress too quickly and therefore rely on direct solutions, such as pulling or using restrictive training aids.
Drawing on his own experience, he shows how mistakes remain an inevitable part of learning, but also how you gradually develop a more refined way of riding, one where the horse moves freely enough to respond. From his journey as a young rider himself, to an established professional, De Miranda explains why real control never comes from pulling, forcing, or holding a horse in place, but from relaxation, body awareness, and understanding the horse’s movement.
