Addressing Rider Fear: Part 1
What are you afraid of? Sport psychologist Jenny Susser, PhD, discusses the individual and personal nature of fear.
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The Conundrum of Ideal Performance Conditions
How to understand which conditions are best for your personal performance.
The Problem of the Overhorsed Adult Amateur
Sport psychologist Jenny Susser, PhD, addresses an issue in the dressage community and reminds us of the importance of facing those difficult conversations.
Become a Thinking Rider
Mental imagery doesn't require massive amounts of time and it can be used anywhere.
Grow Your Riding Comfort Zone While Staying Safe
Excellent decision making and baby steps are key.
Free Yourself from Feelings of Guilt Over Barn Time
Learn why taking time away from your family to be at the barn can be a benefit for your children and loved ones, too.
How to Reduce Your Stress Level in the Warm-Up Arena
Managing your stress involves how you prepare and how you recover.
Energize Yourself to Perform in the Show Ring
Harness positive thinking to become a stronger competitor.
Is the Tough Dressage Trainer Worth It?
Consider these three questions from sport psychologist Jenny Susser, PhD, to decide.
Is the Tough Trainer Worth It?
According to Dr. Jenny Susser, there's only one strategy for dealing with harsh criticism.
Prevent Disappointment in the Saddle
Manage your expectations to help control your emotions.
Coping with Judgment While Riding
A sport psychologist's advice on how to ride your best, even with an audience.
How to Ride A Dressage Test... Mentally
Sports psychologist Jenny Susser, PhD, explains that developing the mental strategy of test-riding is a skill of successful riders that is often overlooked.
Emotional Fitness for the Dressage Rider
Jenny Susser, PhD, explores the capacity to tolerate and manage emotional stress in the context of dressage.
