The Resilient Reiner blog

Mindset tools for western riders who want to ride with the same confidence, focus, and feel under pressure they have at home.

Focus & Staying Present

the mental skill pros use to make fast decisions under pressure

The Mental Skill Pro Riders Use to Make Fast Calls Mid-Run

2/19/26

Decision making under pressure is often the difference between an okay run and a money run. You’re loping along and you guide your horse into that right circle. You’re thinking ahead—because you want that circle nice and wide, so you’ve got room. Ten good strides across the arena to set up and execute your lead […]

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Focus & Staying Present

5/27/25

My Horse Kicks Out During Lead Changes — What Am I Doing Wrong?

Raise your hand if your horse kicks out during lead changes. Don’t worry, we listen and we don’t judge. As a matter of fact, I’ll do you one better and share three unexpected reasons your horse might kick during lead changes. “My mare kicks out every time I ask for the change.She knows how to […]

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