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  • Top 4 Mindset Myths that Hold Riders Back

    Top 4 Mindset Myth that Hold Riders Back

    What this episode is all about:-

    • Myth No. 1:- Riders are either natural or they’re not
    • Myth No. 2:- ‘Feel’ takes years to learn
    • Myth No. 3:- I need to have…
    • Myth No. 4:- I’ll ruin my horse if…

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    Myths and legends… Most things have few surrounding them.  Horse riding is no different and I often find that simple mindset ‘white lies’ (or myths) are the very thing applying the brakes to any progress in riding.

    In this episode of the Daily Strides Podcast we are going to dig in to the 4 top mindset myths that I see, day in and day out in the saddle.  What they are and, if they do seem a little all too familiar to you, how to over come them.

    Myth Number 1:- Riders Are Either Natural or They’re Not

    This is the sort of mindset block that can be difficult to overcome for many riders.  This is because it almost lets them off the hook a little when it comes to becoming the best version of themselves in the saddle.

    This myth allows riders to feel okay about playing small, staying within their comfort zone and not really having to try so hard…

    Riders who claim to have this issue will often say things like “I’m not very natural in the saddle, so there is not much point in dedicating hours and dollars to improving.”  Hmmm, I can bet their morning coffee that their horse does not see things quite that way!

    Yes, some people are more natural than others.  Just like, yes, some horses are more naturally talented than others.  Does that mean we ignore the ‘B+ horses’ and only focus our attention, love and training on the ‘A+ horses’?  No, of course not.  This applies to riders as well.

    It is also worth remembering that very often the people at the top (or who are really good at something) are rarely the ‘talented’ people.  It is rather the people who have to try a little harder in order to be ‘great’, and are willing to do just that.  They are dedicated and more consistent in their trying.

    This myth affects riders at all levels.  Riders play small due to their age, their weight, their job, their conformation.  They see restrictions due to income, location, time, responsibilities…

    Yes, these things do exist; most are real hurdles which will require a little effort to overcome.  However, using them as an excuse as to not improve yourself as a rider…  That doesn’t really hold much water!

    Myth Number 2:- ‘Feel’ Takes Years to Learn

    ‘Feel’ can often feel like the Holy Grail of horse riding.   Due to this many riders, again, don’t think that they can ever improve it, and are content to ride the same ride for years on end.

    Let’s be honest here; ‘feel’ takes time.  I don’t believe it can really be ‘learned’.  It must be developed.  It starts off as being the awareness of what you are doing coupled with the why.  It later shifts into more of an instinctive response, rather than a conscious mindful one.

    However, before the change to instinctive happens, you must first become aware.  You must be mindful of every move and word you are saying to your horse in the saddle. 

    This can be practised today in the saddle.  Notice your seat.  Notice how you are connecting with your horse.  Notice how you are moving with, or against, your horse.  Notice the tension in your lower back.  Notice the effect of momentum on your seat.

    This noticing of a particular aid, in this case the seat, is mindfulness.  By bringing your attention to your seat, you can then, today, begin improving your feel in the saddle. 

    Myth Number 3:- I need to have…

    I think most riders, if they’re honest, are guilty of this every now and then.   Noticing what you don’t have.  I don’t have an arena.  I don’t have a dressage saddle.  I don’t have…  fill in the blank.

    I believe this is a myth because you don’t need to have anything special or fancy to get started.  Start where you are now, with what you have now.  

    What I have found is that if riders can just get started, doing something, a shift occurs.  Their mindset changes.  They begin prioritising their riding more – and resources seem to appear.

    I believe it is because the rider is thinking and focusing on the ‘doing’, rather than the ‘I can’t do’… However, regardless of why I think it happens, the fact remains that it does indeed usually occur.  

    If you have a horse to work with, you are already ahead of so many other riders.  If you don’t have a horse to work with, make a plan!  There are so many ways that you can involved yourself with horses or a horse.  Be helpful, be useful, be willing and see what opportunities open up for you.

    So, start where you are right now and see how things open up.  You are also welcome to join our free FB Group if you need ideas or support.  You can do that HERE

    Myth Number 4:- I’ll ruin my horse if…

    This one is a big one for many riders.  They worry that if they do ‘something’ they will cause permanent damage to their horses overall training.  So they do nothing.  I am of the opinion that doing nothing can often be far more detrimental to your horses training!

    Our horses have an amazing ability to forgive and ‘move on’ when it comes to mistakes we make as riders or on the ground equestrians. 

    They generally live in the present and don’t tend to hold on to the past as much as we do. Meaning that they take each new day as just that.  New and a clean sheet.

    Of course, it is your responsibility to make sure that you are trying to create a way to move forward with the conversation you are having.  Small steps, day by day.

    Doing nothing is often worse than doing the wrong thing with the right intention behind it.  Simply learn from your mistake, course correct, and carry on. 

    There are very few instances where things go so badly that the horse is ‘ruined’ in the long-term.  Remember, you can always dismount.  Sometimes it is better to just leave things alone until the next day.

    This myth really prevents riders from moving forward because they are so worried about doing things ‘wrong’.  Making mistakes is how we learn. 

    What’s important is how you are moving forward and making changes, based on what you learned from your mistakes.

    What ‘mindset myths’ are holding you back?

    Happy Riding

    Lorna

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  • Whats Holding You Back in Your Riding?

    Whats Holding You Back in Your Riding?

    What's holding you back in your Riding?
    Seems like a simple enough questions, doesn’t it? And when you read the above question, ‘what is holding me back in my riding?’, you probably instantly answered it in your head.

    What was your answer?

    Now, most of the time I am all for taking the first answer that jumps into your head, the intuitive answer.  Except today, I want you to dig a little deeper…

    Why?

    Well, because very often what is holding you back in your riding is either a story you keep telling yourself and others, or an excuse that you have formulated to protect yourself from something ‘uncomfortable’…

    It sounds harsh and it is probably not what you wanted to read when you started this post.  However, in order to really uncover what is holding you back, you need to begin to become very honest with yourself and identify why you are really allowing things to stop you from progressing with your riding.

    Unmasking Your Stories

    Have you ever noticed how what you continue to tell yourself, will usually become a self-fulfilling prophecy of sorts?

    It is so important as a rider to become aware of the internal conversations you are having every day – and editing them where necessary.  

    The reason these ‘conversations’ become a reality is that your brain will actively seek out ways to confirm and validate your beliefs.  If you think that you cannot canter due to an injury you had twenty years ago, guess what?  You probably won’t be able to canter because of that injury you had twenty years ago!

    However, if you start to tell yourself a new story, your brain will – over time – begin to look for ways to confirm that.  This allows you space and room to begin moving away from the old, original story.

    Over time you can completely change your beliefs about what you can or cannot do.  You can mould your beliefs into you need them to look like in order to move forward.

    Now, it is important that we don’t actually go out and tell ‘porkies’ or lie to ourselves and others here.  But rather turn the story around.  Your old ‘I can’t canter due to old injury’ story can become ‘I’m working towards learning to canter again’.

    This is a true story; in fact it was exactly what you were doing all along, it is just how you have phrased it or ‘told the story’ that has changed.

    So, start with becoming really aware of what you are telling yourself and others, and editing where necessary to suit how you want your riding to progress.

    Unmasking Your Excuses

    Ohhh, this one will make me a little unpopular!  However many of the ‘reasons’ we tell ourselves things are the way they are – are actually excuses in disguise.

    A reason is an explanation of what happened and why it happened.  It is logical.

    An excuse is a reason that tries to justify what happened.  Blame is usually placed somewhere – and rarely is it correctly placed.

    Most people find that when they are using excuses to justify something, they have to defend it.  It is not just stating the facts of the situation.  They feel they must hammer the point home.

    What's holding you back in your riding?
    If we take the transition out of the canter back to trot, for example, the excuse might look like “my transitions are not smooth because the trot is too bouncy when I transition down”.  A reason would look like “I struggle to remain balanced as the horse transitions back to the trot.”

    The difference?  The excuse puts the responsibility of the problem out of your control.  The reason states the facts – and gives you a focus point on where to begin working on your riding, the balance.

    As you ride today, put all your ‘challenges’ through the excuse / reason filter and begin editing where necessary in order to put the ball back in your court.  Taking responsibility is the only way you can begin to actively improve your riding.

    Honesty and Compassion

    Once you have begun to get clear on what you are telling yourself and others, it is important to make sure you don’t fall into the trap of beating yourself up.

    There is a fine line between taking responsibility for your riding faults and depreciating your abilities in the saddle.

    We are all on a journey with our riding.  Your journey is unique to you.  Beating yourself up over a lack of progress will only serve to damage your confidence in your abilities in the long run.

    These exercises are to help you get ‘unstuck’ when it comes to your progress.  Make sure that the ‘excuse pendulum’ does not swing back the opposite way and you begin laying all the blame at your own feet.

    There is a balance in riding.  There are many moving parts.  There can be many reasons things are not working out…  Explore all the different possibilities before creating a plan to move forward. 

    By being really honest with yourself and then compassionate enough to accept that you will not be immediately brilliant at everything you do, you will open to the door to explore what things you do need help with.

    Your mindset is the first key to begin making changes in your riding.  Spend the next few days being aware of the stories you are telling and the excuses you are using in your riding. These are the keys to beginning to really unveil whatever it is that is truly holding you back in your riding.

    Happy Riding
    Lorna

    Once you are figured out what is holding you back, taking action on removing that block is essential. Knowledge is only power when we use it to make something happen.

    Join our free Facebook group, filled with riders from all over the world on a journey to improve their riding – one step at a time. Sometimes letting someone know that you intend to take action on something is enough to start that ‘change’ ball rolling.

    Share your story HERE and let me know what your first ‘action step’ is to get over what is holding you back from being the rider you want to be.

    Good luck!
    Lorna
    What's holding you back in your riding?

    Returning to Riding

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    You can find all the details HERE.  And I wish you all the best in making your ‘Returning to Riding’ as enjoyable and successful as you dreamed it would be :)

  • Returning to Riding – Choosing Your Mindset

    Returning to Riding – Choosing Your Mindset

    Returning to Riding - Choosing Your Mindset
    Have you ever noticed the feelings that come up when you return to a place which you have not visited since childhood.  There is almost always that feeling of familiarity, blended with the realisation that things have changed.  Somethings are gone, somethings are new, and yet the essence of your original memory remains.

    Returning to riding is a little like this.  It all feels familiar, but at the same time it also feels different.  You know how things should feel, and they do still feel that way, but at the same time, there are subtle differences.

    The question is, does this mean that riding itself has changed?  Or is the riding the one constant and its rather everything else surrounding it that is different?

    Now, and this may be a little controversial, I believe riding is riding, is riding, is riding…

    Meaning that I think the riding remains the constant, it is everything else that can change.  I will explain more about this a little later, but here are a few ways to ease your transition back into the saddle.

    1.  Be open to new things

    I truly believe that the type of mindset at which you approach getting back into the saddle will very often dictate the experience, and later success, you have.

    One of the biggest ways that your mindset can hold you back when you do get back in the saddle is by being closed.  Expecting things to be ‘just as they were’ when you initially stopped riding.  But remember, life has gone on, for you and also for your horse, the riding school, even the tracks and trails that you ride on.

    2.  Realise there are ‘Cycles’ at play

    Assuming everything will be just as it was before you left is only going to set you up for a fall.  It is also worth remembering that, not only has time passed, but different ideas and ways have now cycled around.

    Equestrian sport, like all sports, has cycles.  Methods of doing things are tweaked over the years, different equipment comes in and out of fashion.  Different ideas get to have their 15 minutes of fame, so to speak…

    However, regardless of the changes, keep in mind that the basics will remain the same.  The foundation itself does not change, it is just the exterior that gets a little ‘update’ from time to time.

    If you are open to the changes that naturally happen and occur, you won’t become frustrated and will be able to see the bigger picture.
    Returning to Riding - Choosing Your Mindset

    This is comforting to keep in mind as it is easy to lose sight of the fact that the same foundation still exists.  Very often riders believe they ‘know nothing’ anymore…  This is simply not true at all.

    3.  Prepare to Learn

    Depending on how long you have been out of the saddle, you may feel a little like your knowledge is now ‘dated’ or ‘irrelevant’.  Horses have been horses long before you began riding and they will continue to be long after you have hung up your boots.

    The fact that you have ridden before means that you know something about horses and how to ride. The ‘bells and whistles’ may have changed, but the ‘nuts and bolts’ remain the same

    Take what you already know and build on it.  Be open to new suggestions, ways and ideas.  This is where doing your homework beforehand is important.  Find a community of riders who are interested in similar riding styles as you are and allow yourself to become reacquainted with all things horse.

    4.  Be clear on your values & your goals

    Finally, the group of people you choose will depend on where you want to go with your equestrian journey this time.  Do you want to return to the same discipline?  Or are you looking to try something new?  Do you wish to compete, or remain a ‘pleasure rider’?  Is there a particular style of horsemanship you enjoy and want to use?

    And also consider the financial and time aspects…  How much are you willing to invest of both in your horse riding this time around?  Very often the community of people you surround yourself with will influence this as well.

    So, Riding is Riding, is Riding, is Riding…

    Back to where we originally started.  Would you agree with me now that the riding has not changed.  It is all the other little things which have changed.  I think this is good news for riders who are returning for one simple reason:-

    No matter where you are when you do get back into the saddle, you have been at this place before, and therefore it is simply a matter of reacquainting yourself with the landscape again.

    The choices you make with regards to training methods, trainers, disciplines, community and all the other different ‘exterior updates’ will all dictate how you move forward from the decision to return to riding again.

    However, this is your journey, your landscape, your ‘place’ and you can make it exactly what you want. 

    Returning to riding is like revisiting that place from your childhood and things being changed… But depending on whether you choose to see the differences with a sense of loss, or with an open-minded curiosity – an adventure of sorts – will very often dictate your end results.

    Happy Riding
    Lorna

    Read the post Returning to Riding – Great Expectations HERE>>

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  • 3 Keys to Maintaining Progress in Your Riding

    3 Keys to Maintaining Progress in Your Riding

    Horse riding is a skill that is always a work in progress. A rider can never truly claim to have finished or completed their training… That being said, one of the more frequent questions I get asked by new riders is “how long will it take until I can ride?”.  Which inevitably leads to thoughts of “How long is a piece of string?” and a long conversation!

    But, seriously, if we don’t ever have a true ‘end-point’, how do we keep moving forward & motivated?

    1. Discover what inspires you

    I know, the word ‘inspiration’ can be a little overused in this day and age, particularly when coupled with the words Pinterest and Instagram. However, knowing what you like and developing your style when it comes to riding is very often dictated by what you see and experience.

    Notice what excites you.  Take heed of the things that spark your imagination regarding whats possible with you and your horse. Then begin to thread some of those into your everyday reality with your horse.  What can this look like?

    • Saving up for those jodhpurs
    • Booking that riding holiday
    • Reserving your place in the upcoming clinic
    • Baking those treats for your horse
    • Organising that trail ride with a friend
    • Entering that upcoming competition

    The list of possibilities is endless because inspiration is everywhere.  Also, your combination of things that inspire you, is unique to you.  Some may be simple and easy to implement, others may involve more time or money in order to make happen.  Either way, what matters is that you begin paying attention to what makes you want to get in the saddle and be a better rider.

    2. Share your experiences with others

    “A joy that’s shared is a joy made double” ~ John Ray

    How true this is.  Horse riding is often seen by non riders as not being a team sport.  Anyone who has ridden a horse will of course know that the rider and horse makes the team.  But equally as important to your success and happiness are the people you are riding with.  They will very often have a sizeable influence on your experiences in the saddle.

    If you have not already, I strongly suggest that you begin seeking out like-minded riders with whom you can share your experiences with; both when in the saddle and having a cuppa at the stables.  Having a good support system is often the difference between you becoming a confident rider who makes progress in developing your skills and you becoming anxious, nervous rider who seems destined to ride the same year, over and over again!

    This may just mean moving barns or yards.  Or, maybe you can join a riding club that focuses on a discipline you enjoy.  If location is an issue, this could look like finding support and friendships in an online space and environment.

    Regardless of what your situation or circumstance is, begin cultivating relationships that support you in your riding.  Having cheerleaders makes the good times better and will help get you into the saddle again when the going gets tough.
    3 Keys to Maintaining Progress in Your Horse Riding

    3. See your riding as a journey

    All good journeys happen on the way to somewhere…  That somewhere does not have to be the final destination in your riding, however knowing you want to reach a specific place opens up a lot of different options regarding how you will get there.

    Many riders make the mistake of creating a single goal for their riding; which in itself is not a bad idea.  The trouble arises when they fail to create a plan of how to get there.  It is like me setting out the front door of my house here in Ireland with the goal of reaching my farm in South Africa – but having no map or itinerary to get there!

    The journey would be haphazard, frustrating and long – at best!  I would probably make it to my end goal, but whether or not I would do so safely and in a ‘timely fashion’ is up for debate!  Needless to say, this would not be a good way to reach my goal.

    Many riders approach their riding in this exact way.  A destination is chosen – but no plan is created to get them there.

    Having a plan, even a lose one, is the best way to actually make things happen in your riding.  The plan does not have to be set in stone.  In fact, it is almost impossible to create a detailed plan further than 4 to 6 weeks out when it comes to horses.  Rather create a series of loosely mapped out ‘mini’ goals.  One will lead on to the next, which will lead to the next… This is your journey with your horse. This journey will eventually take you to that ‘place’.  The destination or goal; the one thing you wanted.  From here, you can choose a new destination and all the fun places you can visit on your way there!

    Keep in mind that the plan ‘will’ change.  Horses have an uncanny ability to test our flexibility and willingness to persevere with something.  But if you know where your destination is, a detour or two along the way is not the end of the world – and who knows what you might discover or experience along the way.

    3 keys to maintining progress in your riding

    Take Action Today

    So, as you were reading this blog post, what ideas and thoughts popped into your mind.  What have you seen lately that inspired you?  Who can you share it with?  If you don’t have anyone right now, where can you begin seeking out like-minded riders?  Riders to keep you company on your journey.

    And, staying on the whole ‘journey’ theme; where will your next destination be when it comes to your riding?

    I would love to hear from you in the comments below.  Perhaps you can inspire another rider who is feeling a little ‘lost’ right now where their horse riding journey is concerned.

    Happy Riding
    Lorna

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  • Making Time for Horse Riding

    Making Time for Horse Riding

    How many times a week do you ride on average? I know only too well how ‘life’ can just get in the way. How other things just seem to crop up and demand your attention.

    In fact, I have seen how even with a scheduled riding lesson, most adults find it difficult to keep that appointment in their calendar. This is often due to unforeseen circumstances. It leads to feelings of frustration in all involved parties: the rider, the instructor, and the horse.

    Making Time for Riding

    Let’s have a quick look at a few action steps you can put into practice today that will increase your chances of actually getting to the barn and into the saddle more often.

        1. Schedule time with your horse
        2. Make that time non-negotiable
        3. Pack and plan ahead
        4. Ask for help if necessary
        5. Keep motivated and inspired
        6. Set yourself a goal or challenge

    So let’s go through each of these in a little more detail.

     1. Schedule Time for Horse Riding

    We all have a schedule, whether it be in our heads, in our journals, or on our phone, p.c, iPad. Each day there are certain things we have to get done, our tasks. The thing is, we will often put aside other projects in favor of those which we prioritize. In order to make your horse riding a priority, you need to begin to fit it into your schedule. This is so that other ‘less important’ things can work around it, and not vice versa.

    Remember when you are scheduling your time for horse riding to allow for all of the things.  The drive to and from the stables, tacking up, warming up, cooling down. Also the general care of your horse.

     2. Make This Time Non-Negotiable

    Now, this can often be difficult for us to do, particularly if we have other responsibilities elsewhere.  Family, business, work, all demand both time and energy from us.  However, making time for yourself and something you enjoy is also an important part of continuing to show up for the other things. Particularly if you want to do well and be of greater service to these other areas of your life.

    Block out the time on the office calendar, there is no need to tell others what you are doing with your time. Switch off your phone or, if you really do need to stay in contact, put it onto ‘Do not disturb’ or ‘Silence’ mode. You can then monitor who you speak or communicate with within that time block.

    Lastly, assess every so-called ‘Emergency’ that you have to deal with. Often, these things are only taking your attention and focus from your goals, in order to facilitate someone else’s agenda.

    I realize this sounds a bit uncaring initially.  However, trust me!  Once you begin to really give thought to what is an emergency and what can wait two or three hours without the world ending, you will begin to notice a feeling of freedom. It will also give you a sense of more control in your life.

     3. Pack and Plan Ahead

    This is a no-brainer, but it often surprises me how many people fail to do this. Pack your riding gear the night before. Then either put it in the car or by the front door to pick it up as you leave. Have your tack cleaned and ready to go, again packed and waiting. Always have a raincoat or jacket in the car if necessary, as well as your helmet and gloves.

    Boots are another thing to have prepared. In fact, depending on where you live, you could keep a pair of Hunters or similar in the boot of your car at all times. Then, even if you forget your actual riding boots, you are still good to go! The other thing that I recommend packing ahead is a snack or food.

    Often, after a busy day at work we feel tired and hungry… Those feelings being to put those ‘oh I will just ride tomorrow’ thoughts into your head! Be prepared for it!

     4. Ask for Help if Necessary

    Often, no matter what we do, we still cannot seem to make enough time available to do everything. All of the things that we feel are expected of us. You need to begin accepting this and looking for ways others can help you.

    For example, bringing your horse in from the paddock and tacking up. This takes time that perhaps you don’t have. Ask your barn manager if they can perhaps have your horse in and ready for you on certain days and times. They will probably charge a small fee; remember now their time is being spent, not yours, which makes this fee only fair. Or, ask your spouse or partner to arrange to cook dinner two nights a week… Even have take out once a week!

    Begin to look at your schedule with a fresh perspective for things that you are currently doing, but which others could easily do for you… Then ask for help!

     5. Set Yourself a Riding Goal or Challenge

    I know, it sounds often childish (memories of my parents playing the “Go fetch my shoes…. I’ll time you!” come rushing back!). But, it often works. There are some great Apps that you can download and use. Now, while not actually for horse riding, they work the same.

    Nike Running allows you to set challenges that are supposed to be completed under your own steam, running. But, this app can easily be used for riding, allowing you to clock your ‘workouts’ time-wise and set goals to spend a certain amount of time in the saddle each week. You can also get the Equestrian Fitness Challenge that I have created. You can use it while you ride to help keep you accountable, moving forward.

    I also have a free riding planner you can use HERE.  In there you will learn how to take one exercise and make it work for a month in your riding.

    The most extreme ‘challenge’ that I can imagine is actually entering you and your horse into an event or competition. The date is set, you have spent the money… Great motivation to get to the yard and into the saddle!

     6. Stay Motivated and Inspired

    This is different for everyone. What inspires one person, can turn the next person off completely! Sit down at some point over the coming days and try to recall what makes you excited and eager to get into the saddle. Then look for ways to incorporate more of this into your daily life.

    Whether it be reading your favorite magazine, watching the showjumping on the T.V, beautiful photos of dressage on Pinterest… Whatever floats your boat!

    Often the challenges or goals that we spoke about in point 5 are enough to make us jump up out of bed each morning, rearing to go. But more often than not, we need a little extra something to help keep moving the ball down the field or the horse around the arena!

    Podcasts (like the Daily Strides Podcast) are also a great way, as you can listen to them while you make the journey to work or the barn, imagining what you will do when you actually ride, creating excitement all the way.

    Another idea for creating motivation to ride is cleaning your tack!  Seriously… How well does it feel to ride your beautiful horse, all kitted out in pristine tack?  The little things :-)

    Make Time For Horse Riding This Week

    Have you any helpful tips or ideas that our other readers can use to increase their time in the saddle?  If so, we would love to hear about them in our free online community for equestrians HERE.

    I am also going to add links to other episodes and blog posts on this topic below.  They will help you create more time for horse riding in your life. 

    So, take some time today. Review your schedule and look at where you can take more time to invest in yourself and your horse!  You will both thank you for it!

    Happy Riding

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