Brain Training for Riders, Andrea Monsarrat Waldo
Brain Training for Riders, Andrea Monsarrat Waldo
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Brain Training for Riders
Unlock Your Riding Potential with StressLess Techniques for Conquering Fear, Improving Performance, and Finding Focused Calm

Author: Andrea Monsarrat Waldo

Narrator: Andrea Monsarrat Waldo

Unabridged: 5 hr 55 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 06/01/2022


Synopsis

Did you know there is an area of your brain known as the "Lizard Brain" that thinks only about the immediate moment and your means of survival? Yes, in certain circumstances, your "Rational Brain" can effectively "shut down" and you are at the mercy of a reptile...dry-mouthed, sweating, queasy, unable to think clearly—even though you know better. When does the Lizard Brain run the show? It can happen in any number of unfamiliar, uncomfortable, challenging, or "stressful" riding situations. But here's the thing: with the right kind of training, you can learn to manage the reptile within, which leads to greater confidence with horses, better riding performance, and ultimately, happiness at the barn, at shows, and everywhere in between. Andrea Waldo teaches you how to: handle uncomfortable emotions, such as fear, anger, anxiety, and embarrassment; hone your mental game and focus your riding time to get the most out of your hours in the saddle; care for your emotional injuries the same way you would care for an injured horse; and produce a state of "Focused Calm" and tap into the skills you have (whether you know it or not!) to ensure an outstanding ride.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Claire on May 02, 2017

Great advice, well delivered This is the first book on dealing with fear of riding that has actually helped me. The concepts are clearly explained, scientifically based, with some good old fashioned humor thrown in. Highly recommend.......more

Goodreads review by Sara on June 15, 2024

Practical advice and exercises to help work through various, difficult issues when riding or after an accident/incident. Last few chapters are for trainers working with students having these issues. I can definitely see myself listening to sections of it again.......more

Goodreads review by Kino on June 04, 2017

I'm not into self-help books, but this one actually helped me, so I'm going to rave about it. I have had anxiety in all aspects of my life since I wrecked my car in a tornado in 2012 and then I turned back to horses for therapy. I worked for a trainer who blew my confidence to smithereens, but this......more

Goodreads review by Amanda on September 10, 2023

I've been reading on this book for a while, not because I didn't finish it, but because its so useful. Things that come natural to me as a horseman who's been doing this since she was a little girl, are not so easy peasy for my students, this book has been a wonderful tool for helping me communicate......more

Goodreads review by Amanda on September 10, 2023

I've been reading on this book for a while, not because I didn't finish it, but because its so useful. Things that come natural to me as a horseman who's been doing this since she was a little girl, are not so easy peasy for my students, this book has been a wonderful tool for helping me communicate......more