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EPISODE · Jan 2, 2026 · 7 MIN

Episode 172: How to "Pre-Check" Your Horse (And Yourself) for a Confident Ride

from Turn Riding Fear Around · host Elise Hittinger

Turn Fear Around Podcast - Episode 172: How to "Pre-Check" Your Horse (And Yourself) for a Confident Ride Confidence isn’t a feeling you wait for—it’s a system you build. Today, I’m showing you the exact pre-flight check to ensure both you and your horse are "cleared for takeoff". In just 5–10 minutes, you’ll get actionable tools to: ???? Rider Attitude - where is your mind????? Tacking Up Exercises - The little things matter???? Movement - This matters more than you know???? Mounting - Give yourself permission to get on, or not get on Be sure you and your horse are both ready for a ride before getting on. Before you swing a leg over, give your nervous system a plan. Download your free Pre-Ride Checklist:???? https://elisehittinger.com/landing/pre-ride Resources for Your Confidence Reset:Confidence Reset – https://elisehittinger.com/page/confidence-page – When overthinking isn’t working, this might.Book: Rise From Fear to Courage – https://amzn.to/4hESwxQ – A shortcut to saddle confidence.Blog – https://elisehittinger.com/blog – Relax and enjoy my ramblings on overcoming fear.Support Group – https://bit.ly/3ftvMA0 – Equestrian Courage Community for riders like you.???? Confidence doesn’t take forever. Start now. Stay Connected:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elisehittingerFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ehittingerRumble: https://rumble.com/user/ehittingerYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@elisehittinger5358LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elisehittingerWebsite: https://elisehittinger.com Thank you for listening to the Turn Fear Around Podcast. Together, we can reset your anxiety, restore calm, and bring joy back to your relationship with your horse. ???? About the host:Elise has spent her life in the saddle, but her journey wasn't always easy. After a significant accident left her battling paralyzing fear and isolation, she realized that "just getting back on" wasn't enough. Today, Elise combines her lifelong equestrian experience with her expertise as a Hypnotherapist and Courage Coach. She specializes in helping women move past the "creeping fears" of age, accidents, or life changes, giving them the mental tools to ride with joy and lead with confidence. #HorseRidingAnxiety #EquestrianMindset #CourageCoach #PreRideRoutine #MindfulRider 

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