#SPORTS PSYCH
Sports Psychology with Dr. Darby Bonomi: The Makings of a Great Competitor
What makes a great competitor great? Why do some riders rise to the top despite challenges and others who have all the advantages never fully shine?
Sports Psychology with Dr. Darby Bonomi: Body Image Woes? Beauty Is as Beauty Does
“What does it mean to be an athlete? It means directing your focus to your abilities not your appearance. Notice what your body can do physically at this moment. Then consider what you want your body to do going forward.”
Best of EN: Sports Psychology with Dr. Darby Bonomi: Are You REALLY Ready to Ride?
“We all know that we can be physically fit and technically competent, but if we leave our psychological game at the start box, our ride suffers.” (more…)
Ask the Equishrink: Why Sports Psychology for Equestrians?
We’re excited to introduce a new column by Seana Adamson Ph.D, a psychologist specializing in Sport Psychology for equestrians and USDF Gold Medalist.
Fighting Butterflies: 5 Strategies for Keeping It Together Under Pressure
When it comes to managing nerves, swallowing our fear isn’t always the most effective tactic. Catherine Ford shares some tips for upping your mental game. (more…)
#TBT: What Is This Thing Called ‘Presence’?
Unlike humans, horses don’t live in the past or the future — they live in the now. Callie Rae King explains how mindfulness can improve your riding and reinvigorate your life. (more…)
The Good, the Bad and the Ugly of Riding Anxiety
Do you have a strategy for dealing with in-the-saddle nerves? Callie Rae King helps us formulate a plan for riding through our fears. (more…)
Your Turn: The plight of the perfectionist
Have you ever felt like nothing you did was good enough? Kelsea Brockmeier writes about her struggle to differentiate between “doing her best” and “being the best.” (more…)