Be Your Best Horsemanship

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Making the Most of Each Day May 20, 2025

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Even though the principles of good horsemanship stay the same, every day—and every clinic—brings new opportunities to learn and grow. In this episode, I’m reflecting on our recent clinic in Gillette, WY, and how the basics of horsemanship show up differently with every horse and rider. I wrap up with a reminder that’s been on my mind lately: “Worrying about tomorrow’s problems only steals today’s joy.” We’ve only got one shot at this life—let’s go all out and make the most of every day.

Hydration and Hind Gut Health May 13, 2025

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In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Jyme Nichols, Director of Nutrition at Bluebonnet Feeds and host of the Feed Room Chemist podcast, for an in-depth conversation about keeping your horse healthy from the inside out. We dive into hydration hacks for hauling and summer competition, break down the three key areas of the horse’s digestive and metabolic system, and talk through common signs of hind gut health issues you don’t want to overlook. Whether you’re on the road or riding at home, this episode is packed with practical takeaways to help your horse feel and perform their best.

Episode Resources:

Hydrate and Recover: (Tub) Metabolic PH balancer and electrolyte supplement
Hydrate and Recover: (Travel Paste) Metabolic PH balancer and electrolyte supplement
Intensify Omega Force: A low starch, nutrient-dense feed, great for horses in training

Spring Prep: Fly Control and Prevention Strategies May 06, 2025

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In this episode, I am joined by Mark Upton with Central Life Sciences to talk about fly and pest control as we head into a wet spring season. Tune in as we discuss why a solid prevention and maintenance program is one of the most important things you can do to protect your horses, your facilities, and your peace of mind. From product tips to timing strategies, this conversation is all about staying proactive—not reactive—as the temperatures rise.

Episode Resources:

Clarifly Larvicide: Feed additives for fly prevention
Starbar Products: Fly traps, baits, and sprays for fly maintenance

The Power of Continuous Self Evaluation Apr 29, 2025

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In this episode, I'm recapping some key takeaways from our recent mentorship week, reflecting on the power of continuous self evaluation. One thing that really stood out was the influence of each participant’s willingness to invest their time, energy, and resources into bettering themselves—not just for a few days, but for the long haul. In this segment, we dive into the importance of staying committed to honest self evaluation across three core areas: business, marketing and brand building, horsemanship, and personal development. No matter where you're at in your journey, continuously evaluating where you are and where you’re headed is one of the most powerful tools you have for real, lasting growth.

Owning the Process Apr 22, 2025

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This week on the podcast, I’m sharing a few thoughts that have been on my mind as we head into our next mentorship week. In this episode, I talk about a moment where I caught myself getting frustrated and had to step back and remind myself of something important: if I’m not getting the results I want from my horse, that’s on me. It’s a good reminder that growth comes when we take full ownership of the process—not just when things are going right, but especially when they’re not. Whether you’re riding colts or coaching others, I hope this episode gives you something to reflect on in your own journey.

Consistency Starts With You Apr 15, 2025

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Your horse is only as consistent as you are. If you want your horse to be more consistent, that consistency has to begin with you first. In this episode, I’m sharing how your habits and mindset directly shape your horse’s confidence, foundation, and ultimately, the consistency of their performance.

Road to the Horse 2025 Recap Apr 08, 2025

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Road to the Horse was everything I thought it would be―and more. From picking my colt to riding the obstacle course in the final round, this journey was one of the biggest challenges―and growth moments―of my life. Join me as I share my insights from the competition and what I'm taking away from this experience.

Episode Resources:

Watch the Replay of RTTH 2025: https://roadtothehorse.com/how-to-watch-road-to-the-horse-2025/

Staying True to Your Brand Apr 01, 2025

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I recorded this episode just before heading out to Lexington for Road to the Horse 2025. Now that the event has come and gone, it’s interesting to look back and see how the themes I talked about truly played out in real time. In this episode, I’m diving into the importance of staying true to your brand—what it means to trust your process, build your brand through every experience, and embrace the philosophy of “no risk, no story.”

Final Thoughts Before Road to the Horse 2025 Mar 25, 2025

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In this episode, I am sharing some final thoughts before we pack up and head to Lexington, Kentucky, for my first ever Road to the Horse competition. The journey of getting here has been full of full-circle moments, and I could not be more excited to get in that round pen at Kentucky Horse Park and showcase the impact that the horse has had on my life.

Episode Resources:

Watch the Livestream of Road to the Horse 2025: https://roadtothehorse.com/how-to-watch-road-to-the-horse-2025/

View the Road to the Horse Competition Schedule: https://roadtothehorse.com/event-schedule/

The Importance of Controlling Your Horse's Ribcage Mar 18, 2025

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In this week's episode, I am covering the importance of establishing control of one of the five main body parts of a horse: the ribcage. This episode is inspired by a question from one of our listeners who was having challenges with her barrel pattern. Tune in as I address this topic, as well as share a recap of our first colt starting mentorship of the year.

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