Last time I wrote about the voice, I wrote about how I have attempted to squash the feelings of self doubt when it comes to my weight and riding. I’ve worked hard to keep those negative feelings at bay when it comes to riding, but life outside of the barn is an entirely different story. Let me tell you, there’s nothing like being suddenly abruptly single for the first time in almost a decade and then looking at yourself in…
In her book, Yes Please, Amy Poehler writes about “the voice.” The voice is that nagging thing in your head who likes to look at your body and say, “No way you are good enough.” No one is totally immune to the voice. My skinny friends complain about their arms or supposed muffin tops. It’s not just women either – everyone hears the voice from time to time. You should change this. You should fix that. No way you are good…
At this point in my life, I’m a member of the plus size riding community. I want to achieve a healthier (thinner) me, but I also am realistic about where I stand. Riding is hard enough to do when you’re thin, but being heavy can be a pretty taxing mental and physical toll in this sport. Therefore I wanted to join some online groups centered around this community to offer and receive support. Note – all of the photos in…
Shopping for riding clothes is always hard. They’re expensive and they fit weird and they can be oh so exciting, but also a huge let down. Add being a non-traditional size for a hunter/jumper rider, and the challenge grows. Though I’m not a fashion diva at the barn or in real life, I have tried my best to dress just as stylishly as thinner equestrians. The general tips are stay away from super Euro or super trendy, and SmartPak is…