Equanimity: The Mental Skill That Keeps Rodeo Athletes Steady Under Pressure
Most rodeo athletes spend years developing their physical skills — the riding, the timing, the feel. But there is a mental skill that very few athlete
The Mental Side of Consistency in Rodeo
As I write this blog posted, we are in the midst of national finals season. High school state finals have wrapped up across the country, athletes are
Why Athletes Lose Trust in Themselves After One Bad Run
One bad run. That's all it takes. For rodeo athletes competing in junior rodeo, high school or college rodeo, especially those going multiple even
Why Athletes Perform Worse When They Try Too Hard
There is a painful paradox sitting at the heart of youth sports and rodeo competition: the harder an athlete tries, the worse they often perform. If y
The Difference Between Confidence and Emotional Control for Rodeo Athletes
Understanding the difference between confidence and emotional control is essential for rodeo athletes who perform well in practice but struggle when t
How Kids Develop Mental Toughness Over Time
Mental toughness is not something kids magically either have or do not have. It is something that develops gradually through experiences, emotional gr
Negative Thoughts in Sports: How They Undermine Athletes in Competition (How to Take Back Control)
Every rodeo athlete faces negative thoughts at some point. Even the most experienced competitors notice moments of doubt creeping in before they nod t
Parents: When Your Stress Becomes Their Stress
You may not say a word. You may smile, tell your athlete to “just go have fun,” and truly believe you are staying calm. But if your body is tense, you
