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Mastering the Art of Horsemanship: Journey to Becoming the Best Version of Ourselves
From the warmup to the grand performance, every equestrian knows that success in the arena is the result of meticulous preparation,...

Gilead (Gil) Friedman
Jul 25, 20232 min read


Unleashing the Power Within
Exploring the Benefits of On-Demand Online Mindset Training for Competitive Equestrian Riders Introduction Competitive equestrian sports...

Gilead (Gil) Friedman
Jun 13, 20233 min read


The Practice of Visualization
Up your show game with quick, out-of-the-saddle mental training. Article by Gilead (Gil) Friedman, with Alexis Bennett Courtesy of the...

Gilead (Gil) Friedman
Jun 6, 20235 min read


Lift Up Your Eyes
Article by Gilead Friedman, with Alexis Bennett Learn why looking up is more than a riding cue; it’s a mindset. Courtesy of the NRHA...

Gilead (Gil) Friedman
Mar 21, 20235 min read


Mindfulness for Reiners
Take these four steps to achieve more present, tuned-in riding this year. Article by Gilead Friedman, with Alexis Bennett Courtesy of the...

Gilead (Gil) Friedman
Feb 20, 20236 min read


Sports Automatic Action; the essence of our skills
Why do we need to train your mind?
Stop for a second and think about what happens in the show pen. Everything goes fast, you have no time

Gilead (Gil) Friedman
Jan 23, 20232 min read


For the Love of Horses
A few years ago, I read an interview with a well-known horseman who said that every rider has a horse that changed his life.. read more

Gilead (Gil) Friedman
Dec 27, 20224 min read


Room for Emotions
Improve your emotional awareness to keep your feelings out of the arena. Article by Gilead Friedman, with Alexis Bennett Courtesy of the...

Gilead (Gil) Friedman
Nov 20, 20225 min read


Field Theory: A Relational View of Social Reality
What do we actually mean when talking about the “competitive field” in equestrian sports?
The concept of “field” (or “field theory”)..

Gilead (Gil) Friedman
Aug 25, 20222 min read


Subject to Judgment
Learn to discern between judged moments and moments of judgment. Article by Gilead Friedman, with Alexis Bennett - Reiner Psych Courtesy...

Gilead (Gil) Friedman
Aug 10, 20225 min read


Developing a Learner’s Mindset
Success in reining comes from your ability to choose progress over perfection. Article by Gilead Friedman, with Alexis Bennett Courtesy...

Gilead (Gil) Friedman
May 18, 20224 min read


Look Back to Look Forward
Take time to slow down and process the show season as you prepare for a new year. Article by Gilead Friedman, with Alexis Bennett...

Gilead (Gil) Friedman
Mar 24, 20223 min read


The Secret Competition
Learn to keep the silent pressures of the show environment from impacting your performance. Courtesy of the NRHA Reiner Magazine - April...

Gilead (Gil) Friedman
Feb 6, 20223 min read


Be Your Own Team Leader
Develop a team-sport mindset to become the leader you believe you should be. Article by Gilead Friedman, with Alexis Bennett Courtesy of...

Gilead (Gil) Friedman
Dec 16, 20215 min read


Steady Signals
Develop awareness and consistency in your body language and cues between your paid warm-up and showtime to ensure your performances go as...

Gilead (Gil) Friedman
Oct 25, 20214 min read


Reiner Psych - The Winner’s Mindset
Sometimes, you must challenge your way of thinking as you strive to achieve your dreams. Article by Gilead Friedman, with Alexis Bennett...

Gilead (Gil) Friedman
Aug 8, 20213 min read


The Joker Technique
Even during practice, there are spectators on the rail or in the stands. But, should they even be part of your game? Article by Gilead...

Gilead (Gil) Friedman
Jul 29, 20215 min read
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