Having a really bad day:(

[millreef]

Just got back from an eventing training day but had to stop half way through the show jumping section after falling off not once but twice Really hurt my leg the first time but got on, then landed on my back the second time. Got back on but couldn't actually do a rising trot due to not having a functioning leg or back........ I need to grow up Now lying down at home after a hot shower and feeling really sorry for myself

 

[Merrymoles]

Poor you. Horses eh? But tomorrow is another day...

 

[_GG_]

Why do you need to grow up? Because you got back on when you were hurt? Adrenaline can make us do things without thinking.

Sounds like a day that you need to write off.

Have a duvet day, Spoil yourself, look after yourself, maybe have a soak in the bath later and make sure you get yourself checked out if bad pain continues.

GWS xx

 

[millreef]

I was really hoping to get a lot out of the day but all the other riders were teenagers and I'm in my 40's. If only I could be as confident as I was years ago.

 

[Flicker]

Sorry to hear about your tumbles, but hope this will help you look on the bright side:
1. you are doing eventing training in your 40's. Many people I know in their 40's find it a mission to walk to the shops. You may be hurting, but at least you are doing something exciting!
2. if it was your horse that injured itself rather than you, you'd be feeling guilt, worry and that horrible sense of impending massive vets' bills. I would always opt for personal (fixable!) injury than my horse being injured.
3. you've probably learnt something from both falls.

Hope you feel better soon!