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Horses and Riding

21 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago -

Working with Lucinda Green's on line XC Academy in 2020 has reinforced my belief in the power of on line learning and podcasting as a valuable way to connect with ideas and with other people. In this podcast channel I share practical ways to get better control of your mind and its unhelpful habits! Low on jargon and at times contentious and provocative I aim to stimulate new thinking to help riders of all levels put the relationship with themselves and their horse joint first. Having a sense of humour and balanced perspective is key so if I loose either do get in touch and let me know! I hope like me, you'll enjoy solving puzzles and helping your horse do the same. Thanks for tuning in and dream big!

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Episodes

Goal Setting is like Marmite; love it or hate it!

February 22, 2021 18:00 - 22 minutes - 15.2 MB

In this 20 minute podcast I wanted to share with you some methods of setting goals to help you improve your riding and or relationship with your horse.  I include 7 reasons why setting goals is a good thing to do, and some rules to follow to get the most from the process.  I'm not wed to any one method of goal setting and use this opportunity to share with you different approaches I have used and continue to do so in my riding, my businesses and my life in general.   I hope you find somethin...

Why on line learning helps us avoid being in a rut!

February 05, 2021 17:00 - 7 minutes - 5.15 MB

In this 10 minute podcast I will introduce some of the reasons why on line learning works for horse riders.  If you are seeking motivation, inspiration or help with confidence on line communities provide solutions.  In addition, I feature the Lucinda Green Cross Country on line Academy as an on line resource delivering great results for on line learning.  In short, if you are determined to be a good student find an on line course that offers both a community and a curriculum to follow at you...

When Excuses Are Allowed!

December 13, 2020 12:00 - 4 minutes - 2.88 MB

In this podcast I want to draw to your attention a common mistake we make when making excuses for not doing things we say we want to do.  I'll examine the difference between a stall and a legitimate delay and remind us of the perils of whining! 

What lies in your Riding Wake?

October 27, 2020 11:00 - 5 minutes - 3.94 MB

In the next 5 minutes I raise a new idea for improving your riding and mental game together.  I explore the concept of planning ahead, how you wish to look back on your ride.  What will you want to see? How will you ensure you leave a trail of evidence?  Tune in to find out more...

Why Lucinda Green's Clinics Tick All The Boxes

October 25, 2020 16:00 - 6 minutes - 4.5 MB

In this 6 minute podcast I have overviewed my 7 magic ingredients for learning to take place during a riding clinic or lesson.  I then review how Lucinda Green's recent clinics at Tweeseldown stack up!  Find out why she tick's all the boxes by tuning in and be ready to make some notes!  

Riding Lessons from the Golf Course

July 28, 2020 20:26 - 4 minutes - 3.13 MB

In this episode I share my own four pillars that describe my blueprint for riding and training advancement. The concepts are taken from a golf coaches zoom call that I participate in each week. I hope it resonates for you.

Change Your Story

July 21, 2020 09:13 - 5 minutes - 4.12 MB

Do you believe in fairy tales? This podcast reminds us to chose wisely which stories we believe in especially when it comes to our horses and riding. Find out how to change your story and create a new happy ending!

Habits: in with the new and out with the old!

June 11, 2020 16:56 - 4 minutes - 3.1 MB

Have you ever wanted to stop doing something or thinking in a particular way? Habits are the things we keep doing and repeating in life. It is important to recognise habits as helpful or unhelpful. Today I discuss how to form new habits or delete obsolete ones.

Habits: in with the new and out with the old!

June 11, 2020 16:56 - 4 minutes - 3.1 MB

Have you ever wanted to stop doing something or thinking in a particular way? Habits are the things we keep doing and repeating in life. It is important to recognise habits as helpful or unhelpful. Today I discuss how to form new habits or delete obsolete ones.

Don’t Feel Stupid For Long

May 14, 2020 15:42 - 4 minutes - 3.03 MB

Learning a new skill can leave us feeling stupid and fearful. In this podcast you’ll discover how just 20 hours of focused practice is all it takes to become good enough as something new.

Get More From Your Riding Lesson

May 10, 2020 14:48 - 6 minutes - 4.42 MB

How do we get more from our riding lesson? Should we do more or less? Take more time or less? Answers can come from unusual places. I explore the latest thinking from America, and it just may surprise you!

7 Ways To Perfect Your Warm Up Routine

May 06, 2020 13:00 - 3 minutes - 2.73 MB

Investing time now in planning your warm up and visualising it’s execution will bring massive payback when out competing. Find out what you can do for enhanced success

10,000 Hours To Greatness

May 04, 2020 13:50 - 9 minutes - 6.49 MB

I explore the origins behind why 10,000 hours of practice seems the key to world class performance at anything. What does it mean for horse riders and how can we plan to succeed?

Your Horses CV

May 03, 2020 13:57 - 6 minutes - 4.3 MB

Follow this guide to capture your horses’ skills and strengths to help boost confidence, focus and future training plans.

When We Focus Too Much On Mechanics

May 02, 2020 18:27 - 10 minutes - 7.44 MB

How can we simplify riding and change our focus away from mechanics and technique towards feel, flow and developing more creativity in our riding? This podcast asks questions that could help us progress as riders when we look for our own answers.

To Be or Not To Be a Horsewoman

April 18, 2020 16:12 - 6 minutes - 4.25 MB

I share personal reflections and insights into what it entails to journey towards the accolade of being a good horseman or woman.

Falling Back In Love With Your Horse

April 05, 2020 15:50 - 4 minutes - 2.99 MB

No-one wants to fall out of love with their horse. Finding our way back can be challenging. Find out how to change old habits for new ones to fall back in love with your horse.

Keep Calm; Keep Advancing

March 31, 2020 20:30 - 4 minutes - 2.92 MB

Introducing a series of “back up” challenges which measure your horses’ level of trust in you, and his or her self!

Keep Busy: Be Productive

March 30, 2020 12:15 - 4 minutes - 3.43 MB

Practical ideas for investing in “downtime” to turn a negative into a positive, mentally and physically.

Keep Busy: Be Productive

March 30, 2020 12:15 - 4 minutes - 3.43 MB

Practical ideas for investing in “downtime” to turn a negative into a positive, mentally and physically.

Rider Confidence CV

March 29, 2020 15:13 - 3 minutes - 2.3 MB

Boost your confidence by writing a Confidence CV. Keep reading it and let your self insights seep into your subconscious to counter balance negativity.