Become a Thinking Rider
…owner of these feelings, physical habits, muscle memories and neural pathways. You can achieve this by practicing the physical movements mentally. This is called visualization, mental rehearsal or mental imagery…
…owner of these feelings, physical habits, muscle memories and neural pathways. You can achieve this by practicing the physical movements mentally. This is called visualization, mental rehearsal or mental imagery…
…and mentally rehearse your actions based on your observations. I think this technique of observing explains in part why a skilled rider can get on a totally strange horse and…
…mentally in the game, and she’s done exercises like this since shortly after she started to jump, so she did well here. Still, I was quite pleased with how well…
…though they’re both fabulous movers, they’re physically and mentally very different horses. Basically, Bella reminds me mentally of a sled dog—she has a very quick brain and a workhorse mentality….
…working on advanced skills out on the trail, you have to be sure your horse is relaxed and mentally ready to work in a strange environment. In the arena, Luke…
…see her long-time partner coming back into work well. “I think he feels great. Physically, mentally, he seems really good. We don’t know our exact plan yet going forward, so…
…worry either. My second suggestion should help both of you become mentally calm. I’ll bet that when your horse is calling and prancing, you’re just walking him around on a…
…cantering on hard ground. Linda Ketcham, who owns Still Creek (www.stillcreekfarmnc.com,? 828-894-3435), believes horses on stall rest become detached mentally.? The work on the treadmill gives the horses, especially young…
…with a medical emergency. No matter the situation you may face, mentally rehearse the steps you will take to avoid letting panic take control. Follow these guidelines from the American…
…a demanding jump school, five or six times a week. At least not and stay physically and mentally sound. Overwork of either species of athlete can easily cause mental tiredness…