We explore the latest Tevis Cup statistics and talk affordable heart rate monitors. We are joined by mother-daughter duo Bridget and Chelsea Helms, who discuss their inspiring journey transitioning from the AQHA show ring to competitive endurance riding with their Quarter Horses. Tune in for expert trail advice and heartwarming stories from the endurance community.

HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3996 – Show Notes and Links:

• HORSES IN THE MORNING Endurance Day crew: co-hosted by Glenn the Geek and Karen Chaton
• Title Sponsor: Farnam and Endure Gold Killer Fly & Mosquito Control
• Sponsor: The Distance Depot
• Guest: Bridget and Chelsea Helms, visit them at Riding Horses and Raising Kids
• AERC check out the AERC calendar!

Time Stamps:

• 01:40 - Karen’s new drone & trail filming
• 06:50 - Viral hiker-with-dog video & online critics
• 10:54 - Local bear activity & wildlife chat
• 11:21 - Updates on Saint and other horses
• 11:46 - Endure Gold ad read
• 13:01 - Tevis entry stats & trends
• 18:42 - Distance Depot heart-rate monitor segment
• 23:21 - Introduce guests Bridget & Chelsea Helms
• 24:01 - Bridget’s path from showing to endurance
• 27:56 - Chelsea’s crewing year & back-to-back 50s
• 32:26 - Family training routine & advice to new riders

We celebrate Karen’s recent 50‑mile NASDAR ride, where she topped 40,000 AERC lifetime miles, and dig into how endurance riding has evolved with better vet care, gear, and a stronger focus on horse welfare and longevity. Karen shares practical post‑ride recovery tips for riders, Kristen from The Distance Depot highlights cooling gear for hot‑weather riding, and Arabian Horse Association CEO Terrell O’Shea explains her plan to promote Arabians’ strengths in endurance while expanding inclusive programs under the “You Belong” campaign. Listen in...

HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3968 – Show Notes and Links:

• HORSES IN THE MORNING Endurance Day crew: co-hosted by Glenn the Geek and Karen Chaton
• Title Sponsor: Farnam and Endure Gold Killer Fly & Mosquito Control
• Sponsor: The Distance Depot
• Guest: Arabian Horse Association CEO Terrell O’Shea
• AERC check out the AERC calendar!

Time Stamps:

• 01:40 - Karen’s NASDAR 50 ride recap
• 02:40 - Hitting 40,000 AERC lifetime miles
• 03:30 - Participation trends & fewer 100-mile rides
• 04:50 - Tough terrain and hoof boot “sand holes”
• 07:30 - How endurance has changed in 30 years
• 11:30 - Trail loss and access challenges
• 15:50 - Rider post-ride recovery: hydration & nutrition
• 20:20 - Movement, stretching, sleep, and multi-day recovery
• 26:20 - Karen reflects on Jovi’s 4-year development
• 26:30 - Kristen from Distance Depot: hot weather gear
• 29:14 - Terrell O’Shea (AHA CEO)

Diane Connolly, Old Dominion ride manager tells us about this year's ride in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia. Jamie Reid Ruff shares some tips on promoting the sport in your local community. Plus, Karen has some great thoughts on the mental game of endurance riding. Listen in...

HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3948 – Show Notes and Links:

• HORSES IN THE MORNING Endurance Day crew: co-hosted by Glenn the Geek and Karen Chaton
• Title Sponsor: Farnam and Endure Gold Killer Fly & Mosquito Control
• Sponsor: The Distance Depot
• Guest: Diane Connolly, AERC National Championship at Old Dominion
• Guest: Jamie Reid Ruff
• AERC check out the AERC calendar!

Time Stamps:

• 03:00 - Apollo’s rescue and rehab update
• 05:08 - Nutrition deep dive and supplements
• 10:04 - Mental game of endurance riding
• 16:12 - Farnam Endure Gold fly spray ad
• 17:00 - Old Dominion National Championship overview
• 19:54 - “Beast of the East” trail description
• 22:54 - Cavalry Award rules and challenges
• 25:57 - Base camp setup and ride-week activities
• 29:45 - Distance Depot fly masks & boots
• 34:43 - HRN advertising spot
• 35:18 - “Survival of endurance” with Jamie Ruff
• 40:38 - Horse cookies & old-school outreach ideas
• 51:42 - How to get started in endurance & closing remarks