A Sport Psychology Workbook for Riders

A US expert in sport and performance psychology explains how effective two-way communication can be achieved between rider and horse. These mental strategies used by top riders and other athletes whilst training and competing along with practical exercises help to banish the muddled and destructive thinking that so often impairs performance.

Publisher: J.A.Allen
Format: Hardcover
Number of Pages: 144
Author: Ann S. Reilly
Author Notes: Dr Ann Reilly has provided presentations for the American Horse Shows Association, the United States Pony Club and the United States Equestrian Team Yung Riders programme. Ann's clientele includes amateur and professional riders who compete at a range of levels from beginner through to international.
Further Title Description: It takes more than learning the technicalities of riding to become a competent equestrian. By reading this book, you will learn mental strategies that will help you to become a confident, relaxed rider. These strategies are used by accomplished riders whilst training and competing. Since sport psychology is the psychology of peak performance, including these strategies in your daily life will help you to become successful in everything you choose to do. This book includes discussions and exercise on the topics of motivation, confidence, concentration and nutrition for peak performance. It also includes strategies designed to prepare you for competition in dressage, cross-country, showjumping and all forms of showing classes, making it essential reading for all riders who wish to improve their level of performance.