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EP 02 // 5 Easy Ways to Feel Happier Before, During & After Your Ride


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🎧 Episode 2: 5 Easy Ways to Feel Happier Before, During & After Your Ride

 

Do you ever show up at the stable feeling scattered, stressed, or disconnected—and then wonder why your ride didn’t feel great?

In today’s episode, I’m sharing 5 simple and powerful tips you can use to create a positive mindset before, during, and after your ride. These techniques are easy to practice anywhere and will help you ride with more joy, focus, and connection.

As a twin mom, veterinarian, dressage rider, and horse lover, I know what it’s like to juggle a million things at once. I used to think I thrived on being busy—but what I learned is that what I really love is being efficient and focused without the hustle and stress. And once I applied this shift to my riding, everything changed—for me and my horse.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

  • How to reset your mind and body before you ride
  • The power of intentional breathing and visualization
  • Why gratitude and mindset can transform your partnership
  • How to set focused, achievable goals for every ride
  • What it really means to ride for quality over quantity
  • 💬 Take a deep breath with me and let’s start building better rides—one mindful moment at a time.

     

    🐴 Mentioned in this Episode:

    • My favorite deep breathing technique (4–8 breath)
    • Mental rehearsal tricks for equestrians
    • How to set one simple goal that guarantees success
    • The mindset shift that transformed my riding
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      If you’re ready for 1:1 online coaching tailored to your unique riding challenges and goals, I’d love to help you build a stronger connection with your horse and more joy in the saddle.

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      Happy rider,  Healthy horse⎮dressage rider, dressage exercises, horse trigger point therapy, horse acupressureBy Sarah Martine - Veterinarian, dressage rider coach