I recently returned from the American Eventing Championships in Fairburn, Georgia, where I competed with my two mares at training level. Both horses were terrific and came home with 7th and 20th placings out of a division of 54 riders!
While I was there, I watched the Advanced Level riders closely, especially those who were vying for a place on the team for the World Equestrian Games. While some were clearly nervous, every one of them kept their bodies elastic and fluid and never interfered with their horses’ motion. They may have felt anxious, but they “acted as if” they were not–and it was clear in their faces that this “acting as if” actually created greater feelings of calm as their rides progressed. What a great lesson in maintaining focus!
Viva through the water complex--we're both having a blast!
