Tag: Autopilot

Using Your Thoughts to Put Better Habits on Autopilot in Your Riding

Using Your Thoughts to Put Better Habits on Autopilot in Your Riding

How often have you felt overwhelmed about remembering and doing all of the things when it comes to your riding? Perhaps you find yourself looking at more experienced riders and wondering “How do they do it?”. Maybe you feel at a loss because “As soon as I start with something different, it all falls apart.”.  Or for you it could…

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The Click Your Fingers Rule: Putting Your Position on Autopilot in Your Riding

The Click Your Fingers Rule: Putting Your Position on Autopilot in Your Riding

Imagine if there was something you could actively ‘do’ every moment you’re in the saddle that would almost guarantee that you’re in the ‘right place at the right time’.  There is. It involves abiding by the ‘Click Your Fingers Rule’ regarding your position. And look, I get it: talking about your position is not fun or exciting. But it is…

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Are You ‘Sitting There’? How To Know if You’re Stuck in Passenger Mode!

Are You ‘Sitting There’? How To Know if You’re Stuck in Passenger Mode!

You hop into the saddle, ready for a great ride. But before you know it, you’ve spent most of the session adjusting your hands, correcting your position, and just ‘fixing’ yourself. All while your horse just plods along! Sound familiar? Don’t worry, you’re not alone… Ask yourself this: Where is the majority of your attention or focus when you ride?…

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Declutter Your Riding and Watch What Happens…

Declutter Your Riding and Watch What Happens…

I bet that you still remember the day you made your first ‘big’ equestrian-related purchase.  Whether that was a helmet, a saddle, a horse, or a property, it’s a special time for all riders.  And of course, all of the ‘big ones’ that come after that are equally as memorable. The same applies to your riding.  That feeling when you…

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Putting 1 Basic on Autopilot in Your Riding This Month

Putting 1 Basic on Autopilot in Your Riding This Month

Have you ever wondered how some riders seem to effortlessly connect with their horse when riding?  It genuinely seems like they are doing nothing in particular, and there is clearly an ongoing conversation, or magic, happening. The secret to seemingly effortless riding is to begin, one by one putting a basic on autopilot – and then revisiting and upgrading them…

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