Life in Strides tells the story of Jake Luoma, a young man with autism, who has become a champion in therapeutic horseback riding. Jake's mother Joanne has helped her son maintain his control - a necessary skill in riding - despite some setbacks they've encountered. Now, Jake is put to the test as he enters the most difficult competition of his career, where the circumstances are far outside either Jake or Joanne's control.
Jake, a young man with autism, has become a champion in therapeutic horseback riding. Jake's mother Joanne has been by his side throughout his riding career, helping her son stay calm on his horse. Now, Jake is put to the test as he enters his first non-therapeutic riding competition, where the circumstances are outside Jake or Joanne's control.