Congratulations on choosing to make a change! Before you start your Ahead For Horses journey, it would be really helpful to get to know you a little better if you'd answer a few questions.....
What areas of your equestrian life would you most like to improve?
Did you know?
Sports psychology can help athletes and riders optimise their mental game, enhancing focus, managing stress, and building confidence, which are crucial for peak performance in high-pressure competitive environments.
How old are you?
Equestrian sports have one of the broadest age ranges of any Olympic sport, with competitors ranging from teenagers to riders in their 60s and 70s!
Do you work full time?
''Far and away the best prize that life has to offer is the chance to work hard at work worth doing.'' - Theodore Roosevelt.
How often do you ride on average?
Deliberate practice is a focused, structured approach to skill improvement where an athlete intentionally and systematically works on specific aspects of performance.
Do you Compete?
There were more athletes than spectators during the equestrian games at the 1900 Paris Olympics? Clearly, our sport was not this popular in the past, especially not in Paris!
Do you have children?
Paris 2024 Olympics was the first to feature an on-site nursery for athletes children.
How would your coach describe you in 3 words?
"Usain is a once-in-a-lifetime athlete. He's not just breaking records; he's redefining what humans think is possible." - Glen Mills, Usain Bolt's sprint coach
How would you describe yourself as a rider in 3 words?
An introspective approach helps us align our actions with our goals, optimise our training techniques, and ultimately become more intentional and successful athletes.
How would you describe yourself as a person using 3 words?
Self-reflection is crucial for athletes because it allows us to understand our mental and physical patterns, identify areas for improvement, and develop more effective strategies for performance.
The best thing about me is........
"The secret of getting ahead is getting started" Mark Twain
The most amazing thing I have done with my horse is....
"The greatest accomplishment is not in never falling, but in rising again after you fall."
Tell us a bit about your Horse(s).
A horse doesn't care how much you know until he knows how much you care.
What is your BIG riding goal?
A big goal can help us as riders by providing clear direction and motivation, giving purpose to training and competition.
Is there anything else you think it would be helpful for us to know?
Thank you for sharing with us!
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