What does a day in the life look like for you?

My day starts with getting on Amadeus! I love to start my day with my best friend! After that, I train the rest of my horses, teach, and manage the barn. I like to spend some time with my personal horses on days I’m not super busy training. After I finish work, I go to Pilates. Basically, horses, horses, pilates, sleep, and more horses! 

What is the most exciting experience you’ve ever had in a show ring?

I would say the most exciting experience would be when I had two personal bests in this past December in the CDI 1*! It was so exciting knowing that all of our hard work was paying off, and Amadeus felt amazing that entire weekend! He was my mom’s horse, but she gave me the ride after seeing our bond and how well we meshed. So the story behind our partnership is really cool. He’s the gift that keeps on giving!

If you could go back and compete at any competition again, what would it be and why?

I would love to go back to the Festival of Champions. The camaraderie and the whole vibe of the show is so fun. It’s an experience I’ll never forget, and I hope to return there soon!

Boots or wraps, and why?

I prefer both for different reasons and use both in my daily program! I’ll use polos when I want to match my saddle pads to my outfits, as I have every color pad and polo imaginable! I don’t get out much, so I may as well dress to impress at the barn!

Thank you, Lauren, for being this week’s Rider Spotlight. We wish you the best of luck this season!