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)