Tracer Gilson is a leading reining trainer, showman, and coach. Tracer’s deep-rooted passion for the sport, and love for the horses, is evident and a huge factor in his success. In this chat, Tracer talks to us about the importance of knowing your horse, having patience, and how success is the result of (really) hard…

S1E7 Putting your horse first, and success through passion and commitment to the sport with Tracer Gilson

Stories about great horses, told by great horse people. Kaitlyn Hurst, host of Finding The Feel, interviews horsewomen who are changing the game, bringing you new perspectives and insights from the best.

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4S Performance Horses is a third generation horse family, located in Pleasanton Texas. Christa and Randall both apprenticed with Chris Cox, among other great trainers in the roping and cutting industries.
“Todo Corazòn”, which means "All Heart", is the driving force behind their organization...and it shows. Christa and Randall are all heart when it comes to their training methods. Their share their inspiring journeys, and show us that it's always worth chasing your dreams.
We even get to hear about their love story.
Learn more about https://www.facebook.com/4Sperformancehorses/ (4S Performance Horses on Facebook).
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S2E11 4S Performance Horses, Part 1 – Chasing your dreams (and your heart)

Nathan Piper is a Top 20 NRHA Professional. Nathan continues the stories behind his many successes last year, aboard Patriot bred by Toyon Ranch LLC and owned by Shannon and Hershel Reid. He talks about optimizing his nutrition to be the best athlete possible, and helping horses find their own way. Nathan runs his reining business out of Toyon Ranch in Pilot Point Texas, with his wife and two daughters.You can connect with Nathan and learn about his business on Facebook and NathanPiper.com. Nathan Piper Reining Horses is sponsored by Milestone Horse Food. 

S2E10 Nathan Piper, Part 2 - Becoming an athlete inside & out

Nathan Piper is a Top 20 NRHA Professional. Nathan tells us the stories behind his many successes last year, aboard Patriot bred by Toyon Ranch LLC and owned by Shannon and Hershel Reid. He talks to us about his NRBC win, leading up to his AQHA World Championship title, and how he takes care of the special horses like Patriot - the ones who give it their all. Nathan runs his reining business out of Toyon Ranch in Pilot Point Texas, with his wife and two daughters. You can connect with Nathan and learn about his business on Facebook and NathanPiper.com.

S2E9 Nathan Piper, Part 1 – Enjoying the ride and being there for your horse

Erin is a leading rider in the NRCHA. In 2015, Erin earned her Reserve Championship at the NRCHA Snaffle Bit Futurity, scoring a historic 228 down the fence. Erin talks to us about how making mistakes can help you find confidence and consistency with your horse. Erin and her husband Anthony are former apprentices for NRCHA Hall of Fame Horseman Ron Ralls and Multi Million Dollar Rider Todd Bergen. You can connect with Erin and learn about her business on Facebook .

S2E8 Erin Taormino, Part 2 – Horses as teachers and finding focus without overthinking it

Ben Self is the producer of Cowhorse Full Contact, the hottest podcast for the reined cow horse industry. Ben tells us a bit about himself, and his process in creating the podcast alongside cohosts Chris Dawson and Russell Dilday. If you're looking for more horse podcasts, this is a great one! Subscribe now on your favorite platform. Follow Cowhorse Full Contact's Facebook page to stay up to date on the latest and submit questions for their next Q&A;! Subscribe now oniTunesPocketCastsSpotifyAnchorAnd more!


S1E7 Putting your horse first, and success through passion and commitment to the sport with Tracer Gilson

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