Eventing step up

[@AmyLN55]

You are a total inspiration, I am 56 and still trying to event, I had a tear with you, its OK, you deserve to be back in those tails, which looked fab by the way. Brody is an absolute machine but all down to you and his trust in you, keep going, know the problem with the back (two bulging discs for me!) do NOT doubt yourself, you have every right to be where you are, again, children and life take a long time to recover from, lol, keep flying the flag, love all your videos xx

[@rowanstaden-coats8157]

What a wonderful pair. You make it look so easy. Had no idea Brody was just 7. What an exciting horse. Great seeing you step up the levels. X

[@lizzegerius9642]

You are wonderful Justine. I am 60 this year.. These vlogs give me inspiration . You look lovely on Brody.. he has such a beautiful trot.. very floaty. You know years ago I saw you at Blenheim I think. You were one of my eventing heroines. You still are. I love your old lorry.. I love the fact that you are so approachable and normal. You looked so smart and beautiful in your tails. Do not knock yourself you are flipping great. I have squished vertebrae also.. I have a western horse and all that reigning stuff is sitting. I have gel padded cycle shorts and a gel pad on my saddle. It really helps. Ty again for sharing. I look forward to watching you. Hugs from Germany.

[@Dollarraeeventing]

Brody and you are superb, you are such an inspiration 👏👏👏

[@MarionFeltham]

Oh my goodness - Brody is looking amazing, and so well ridden Justine. Can't do much about the dodgy painful body bits, but still looking pretty damn good to me. Well done, so enjoyed this.

[@leannecapewell7672]

Wow 🤩 well done I couldn’t help but have a tear just watching you both and how far you have come. Just fantastic and your so brave! You both make a great team he’s is stunning you must be very proud I know I’m proud of you both and your journey so far has been a pleasure to watch x

[@juliajensen7973]

Fantastic, Justine!!! When you ride, you ride for all of us! We love you.

[@JenniferJCouch]

Yes she does! Well said.

[@annejarvis7002]

Fantastic vlog. Justine, you are awesome. Brody is such a credit to you 🎉 He looks stunning and jumps beautifully. For a big horse, he creates such a fabulous picture in the dressage & he tries his heart out for you. Back pain is draining. It's a shame you can't have some sort of padding on the saddle seat. Having slipped discs in my lumbar region and neck, I felt for you in the sitting trot🫣 Much love to all❤

[@lottiedahlin6474]

I have the same issue as you, worn out lower back, bone to bone literally. Shock damping saddle pad, Winderen and Shock damping stirrups helps a lot. Thinline has a good one as well. I also use a vest with magnets on the inside, believe it not but it helps as well. I'm less sore after riding when using it. Love your vlogs, they're so genuine and you're a fantastic combination. Well ridden as always and Brody is just fabulous.🎉

[@MelanieAttwood-n9k]

Brody is such a good looking chap. Well done and I really felt for you while you had a few tears. We're still all kids at heart but the body has other ideas 🏆

[@MsDgroff]

Justine, being an older rider is tough. Just as you said it’s the worn out body. The sitting trot is miserable because we anticipate the pain and tighten up making everything worse. My trick - thick back pad for my boy which helps both of us. Him when I don’t get it right and my body. I know I am preaching to the choir but the only way to get it is to relax the hips and tighten the core. I LOVE your vlogs. Please keep them coming. You’re the best and so honest!!! ❤️🏇

[@SaraMitchell-wx4wt]

Amazing !!! Absolutely love watching your videos , huge well done on the step up , just so lovely to watch xx

[@kateflanders7611]

2*!! Amazing rider and horse. Lovely and growing partnership. And I think the one who is riding should get the best mattress. 😉

[@DaWongStar]

Those moments to appreciate where you are and how you feel are so important. You really are doing what you said you would - getting as far as you can with your beautiful boy. Well done you. ❤

[@susanvuturo4361]

I just love you, Charlie, and Brody! If I ever make it across the pond to Great Britain, I’m definitely coming to see you!❤❤❤❤ 🎉🎉😊😊

[@victoriaskuse118]

Holy crap, Justine. Brody was jumping out of his skin! 😲 He is such a gorgeous, scopey , lad. I hope you’re suitably proud of yourslif and the boy ❤

[@hazelkirk4491]

What a good job done Justine and Brody on what was a huge and technical course.Both of you are so talented and brave.

[@malloryalford9808]

Amazing, Justine! What a recovery and difference from your last event! Brody looks absolutely amazing and you are looking equally amazing as his jockey! Well done all!

[@Sherbert24]

That show jumping photo over the butterfly jump!! Wow 🤩🤩🤩

[@mollymarshall5710]

I’m struggling on my big moving horse to do sitting trot as well! I’m all over the place! Yet I ride my reining horse sitting all the time! I think it’s the bigger moving horses, I literally flap around. I’m old (61), and going back to eventing after a 25 year hiatus. 5 fused discs in my lower back, sucks to get old. You are truly an inspiration. And you look fabulous in tails!

[@justinewardeventing]

@@mollymarshall5710 thank you and wow good luck to you and well done you x our backs sound exactly the same xx

[@jeniferrinehart1107]

My lord can that Billy Brody jump! And he looks so amazingly fit! As for sitting trot…..it’s only fun on a little jog on a Quarter horse. 😂😂😂❤❤❤

[@catherinewalsh]

OMG Brody is looking mega ,, and jumping like hes on springs ,, amazing to see you at a 2* ,, Like the man said ,,you got it , you have always had it ,, just shake those cobwebs off xx

[@hannahm1256]

He’s such an epic horse!! I didn’t realise he was only 7 he’s a credit to you ❤ x

[@nancypratt9400]

Oh Justine… you and Brody look so smart in tails!!! You sit the trot on a gorgeous boy and look so proud. I understand the back pain as I have a similar situation. You have been there and done it before so you just keep on doing what you’re doing! 🎉❤

[@joheasman8195]

Thank you for sharing your journey with us. It's an absolute pleasure watching you going up the grades. We salute you 😍😍😍😍😍

[@juliabanes204]

I'm echoing the other Julia - well done and you're fulfilling those of us who are unable to ride! My best was Charlie going "G'wan, go go, " with clicking his tongue!! lol. You have an awesome family

[@traceylamping8979]

Justine, you and Brody did a wonderful job at dressage. Sitting trot is so very hard, especially for us older riders. Take heart, you looked so good - crack on! And my lord, those eventing fences are terrifyingly MASSIVE. You are so brave and a true inspiration for me. Thank you, thank you!

[@patsmythe]

Absolutely brilliant were you two - great riding, great focus - so happy for you Justine.

[@nikkib2143]

And Billy Brody loves you too Justine, a great show x.

[@KCM-17]

Brody is an amazing horse! He does everything you ask and tries so hard to get it right. You have a great partnership and I enjoy watching you both compete. Next time, you get the comfy bed!! 😆

[@gabrielleframpton1576]

It really seems like your core strength has increased significantly. I remember you saying that you were collapsing on landing. Certainly not anymore. Both you and Brody look strong. Really well done! I look forward to your posts and hope you will keep them coming. You and your family are naturally funny. I just enjoy your journey and wish you the very best!

[@erynspeers]

Gosh, you are just incredible ♥ Thanks so much for sharing.

[@thebravingitequestrian]

That was brilliant!! Brody is looking so much fitter in his shape too, Charlie definitely can’t call him a cart horse now 😁. Love the support he gives you, willing Brody over the fences. Great vlog, TFS 😊.

[@justinewardeventing]

@@thebravingitequestrian thank you

[@BConsciousBYou]

YOU were AMAZING!!!! Had a few tears for you myself!! You inspire me xxx

[@guacamole4258]

Oh gosh, i got a bit teary when you did!! This random internet stranger is very proud of you!! And Brody is just MEGA - because of you!! And that showjumping picture 😮😮😮 talk about scope!!

[@hayleythorley3799]

I had a tear too! you are amazing he is amazing you’ve done the best job with that horse credit to you and your support from Charlie and family is fab! Your an inspiration x

[@diannegirvan6966]

Brodie is just mega! Congratulations on three super phases. He made the XC look absolutely effortless. You looked fab in your tails too. Can't wait for the next one ❤❤❤

[@law7897]

Well done Justine and Brody, you both did so good. Brody is looking fabulous. Maddie really did look so comfy in that bed, you not so much on your little camp bed. Great vlog as always. Your sitting trot will come, but really doesn’t help with having a bad back. Thanks for sharing xx

[@brianamorrison9871]

Brody is an amazing jumper - he's clearing those show jumps by a foot. And it's so obvious what a skilled rider you continue to be. Congrats and can't wait to see what's next. (P.S. You give us old(er) ladies hope!!)

[@selinamason-evans]

WOW WOW WOW , just the best partnership ! . inspirational lady bloomin well done Justine & Brody Love it !! xx

[@sarahriordan9673]

Absolutely loved this, your sheer joy at being out enjoying your horse, such an inspiration, well done Justine and Brodie ❤

[@elsithewelsheventpony]

Well done Justine, lovely to watch. Brody is such a superstar

[@davemelrose5848]

Really enjoyed watching as always and you both did an amazing job well done and fantastic result

[@rebeccaplatten-jarvis4697]

Wow! Absolutely amazing! Well done! Norfolk girl here, very proud! Look forward to seeing how you get on at Osberton!🎉

[@GPwithme]

As a 45 year old - and not that I’ll ever have the balls or skills to event; my goal is to jump a small course one day - you are always in my mind for inspiration and motivation. Your approach, your personality, your kindness, and your fierceness make you such a badass. Thanks so much for sharing your life with us!

[@justinewardeventing]

@@GPwithme yes don’t think it do it xxx

[@margiesmith8912]

Amazing! Brody has so much scope, he makes the jumps look effortless. Thank you for always being real. I love that you were enjoying the moment & not afraid to share that with us

[@dalglen1]

That was awesome Justine, you are an inspiration to those of us that aren't as young as we used to be

[@stitch53713]

You both looked great and did a fantastic job. He is a beautiful horse I can tell how much you love him. I love Charlies commentary, I think he rode every fence with you. I can't wait for the next vlog.

[@clairewerthman2467]

Justine, your attitude was very different this event. Very focused & determined! It paid off. The photos of you & Brodie going over the jumps were amazing. You made a great team. Congratulations!!!

[@vikkineish5790]

Justine, you have been my inspiration to get back into riding. I haven’t been on a horse for over 25 years. Brody is a credit to you and all the hard work you put in to him. He has so much scope. I just love Charlie’s comments and dedication x

[@justinewardeventing]

Ooh go on climb on board

[@emily-ix5it]

You ride like a machine Justine - give yourself some credit!! 💪 don’t worry about the sitting trot - looked good from here x

[@goneriding5644]

Just brilliant! He looked fabulous, and I don't know how you do it, really admire you :)

[@magzdor]

What a fabulous cross country round Justine you are just amazing. He show jumped great too giving the jumps a foot easily. His dressage was nice and steady and he will keep improving in that department. Loved the photos. He is such a special horse and you looked very elegant in your tails. So love your vlogs ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@vickyelmes3558]

lovely riding, lovely horse, fantastic to see you both going so positively and smoothly

[@yorkshirelass1297]

Oh Justine that was an absolutely amazing outing for you both!! Brody truly is a one in a million horse!! You both made that look so easy hun. That picture of you showjumping, the height he was giving that fence was truly epic!! Huge well done to you both hun, really loved this vlog. Looking forward to your next one hunny 🥰❤

[@anniecampbell8554]

Brody’s jumping was amazing and some of the stills captured him in his stride so beautifully. Well done to you all!

[@thinkingriding]

That was brilliant! Brody is SUCH a lovely horse and it's fantastic to see how he is maturing and progressing. Great job!

[@AmyEverson-f4v]

I love how your husband cheered and encouraged you.

[@emily5678100]

Charlie is the best! He rides every stride with you ❤️

[@emmarichardson7322]

Loving watching your progress. He is giving those fences some serious air. Awesome commentary again from Charlie 😂

[@karensnow427]

My goodness Brody certainly gets up in the air! And love your attacking style XC, looking forward to Osberton. Do it for us older girls!

[@SPD355]

Bless you Justine, thank you for sharing that vulnerable/emotional moment. Is there any off-horse work/physio which can support your back with the sitting trot? You can hear just how much it all means to you! I hope that progress keeps coming your way. I love how positive you are about Brody. And Charlie's encouraging commentary in the SJ!

[@vettyw4801]

How amazing, congratulations 🎊 I love the goat in the window as well 😆

[@margaretlane9629]

🎉🎉🎉🎉 huge congratulations and extremely well done

[@nikkicook4993]

Loved this vlog Justine! You did brilliantly! I do so love watching you and Brody 🥰 Well done to you for managing the sitting trot, it probably felt way worse than it looked? And well done to Brody for seeing the water this time!!🤣 Wishing you the very best of luck for Osberton and I'm already excited for the vlog! 🤩

[@Joanne-f4n]

An absolute pleasure watching this. Thank you.

[@bernster123]

What a talented pair 👏. Lovely work. And a very nice venue. Rocking it for the ahem older ladies 😊

[@KerryJones-h1d]

Well done you two, soooo pleased for you. Both looked very smart. xxxx

[@viquistevenson2408]

Wow, well done to you and Brody!! You are such an inspirational lady, I love watching your videos and I am sure you will take Brody to even greater heights!! I do think that you should’ve got the comfy bed though!! Congratulations again and keep the vlogs coming 🤗

[@gk_equestrian_adventures]

Amazing Justine, you & Brody are a fab partnership. Very inspiring lady 👏👏 I'm 46 & have had time away from horses while my kids were younger. The dream is to one day do a ODE again. It's been 30 years since my last one 😬

[@justinewardeventing]

@@gk_equestrian_adventures yes go for it

[@samanthawright7098]

Great to watch 👏 Love the comment from David Britnell ….i don’t know him or his mum Dawn, follow them on social media and they seem the most lovely people and super encouraging and supportive to others! Keep up the inspirational content ❤

[@algeebo]

Oh wow smashed that out the park!! Well done! What a horse he is ❤❤❤

[@ladymare11]

Justine you should be so proud of Brody and yourself completing your first 2* on your amazing boy.🎉🎉🎉 loved watching your vlog loved the emotion and agree with your hubby you looked so happy and had a huge smile on your face after the cross country. 💕

[@littlefatpony5733]

oh Justine, have loved watching you and Brody and your journey. im still trying to master rising trot let alone sitting trot with creaky joints.. you are my hero... ive started riding a bit later in life (we are the same age) and i am looking to do my first ever ODE event next year on my little fat pony...

[@justinewardeventing]

Fantastic well done you

[@georginapriddey6652]

Really well done, team Brody 🎉 though I think you had the short straw with the beds in the lorry😂❤

[@katherinestead708]

way to go, that was epic!! look at his jump!!

[@ElizabethMoon-n8m]

Really lovely, Justine! You and Brody are a lovely pair.

[@AlisaGlenn-l9c]

You should be so proud of you and Brody. That was incredible. Love your honesty and humor.

[@heleng1901]

Well done you both looked great. Good luck for the next event

[@eiry25]

You are such a lovely lady Justine, love watching your journey. Keep going, mega 🎉

[@emilydarcy5422]

I love that you have come back competing after so much time off it gives us older women hope that we can do it Iv gone back doing bits with my little horse because of you and what you have done so far. Love your personality Justine and your views on eventing. Keep smashing it lady you got this!! ❤

[@kathinwesthill]

you were both amazing, Brody is loving this and how far you both have come. I did splutter my coffee everywhere at your gaffer tape specs, great video and I feel for you with that darned sitting trot but please don't beat yourself up xxx

[@julzy8157]

You both look amazing!! Those jumps look huge to me and he just pings them, can’t wait for the next one

[@sarahcooper3378]

What a beautiful venue. You certainly had your serious head on, and it paid off in all elements. Love the tail coat too. Everything about this event was super. Very well done. ❤

[@dennyb8317]

Amazing well done Justine x

[@catcrazy6520]

You are an inspiration Justine, wish you could train me. ❤

[@Donnaandtheo]

Well done to you both.

[@faykelz1073]

Congratulations Justine. You are extraordinary. Love from Australia. x

[@Ffbbx]

You and Brody are ace. Such a brave lady and so nice and smiley too! 😊

[@JenniferJCouch]

Beautifully done the both of you!!! Wow! 2*! Looking forward to the 2*L!! Stay safe. 😎💙🐎

[@Kassieflip]

Woman You have steel balls! Omg that was fantastic, Brody was full of running at the end of that xc!! Bloody well done!!

[@mindyhemba1689]

Your cross country riding is so brave!

[@janeshortall1516]

Wow Justine, you and Brody were amazing. He has got some jump on him. Well done and looking forward to the next eventing vlog.

[@dardenyerkes5757]

Brody seems to just fly higher and higher. What a lovely team.

[@kerryburgess3264]

You were awesome both of you ❤

[@DeborahKoehorst]

Don't you look bloody WOW!!! and Brody was on Fire!! Well bloody done to you both! Top tip for nasty sitting trot (which should be banned as very bad for all horses backs, let alone ours!) I put most of my weight in my stirrups, heels down, feet facing forwards and knees will then stay gently on the saddle with ease and will keep your legs still. I've done it this way for 60 years and it works a treat for horse and my back! Nice to see you are looking up more. Well done girl, Brody loves you too.

[@RowberryKaren430]

Well done Team Brody - you both did brilliantly

[@naniqueoliver412]

Wow the feeling he must give over a fence must be phenomenal! He’s got the scope to go all the way! Huge well done xxx

[@happyhackerwithambition]

it was absolutley brilliant. You looked amazing. stuff sitting trot (you are being way too tough on yourself!) chuck if it hurts its going to hurt you can't do nout about that x

[@jenanddakota]

Older bodies require prescription level anti-inflammatories lol!! But seriously Justine I'm in awe of how far you & Brody have come. It was only a year ago you were making painted blue fences to jump at home because he was so spooky. Now look at how he tackles the questions you put before him, all due to your bond & confident training. It's your first 2* and it was fab! The only way is up 😊