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EPISODE · Feb 20, 2026 · 6 MIN

Horse Training Tips

from Riding Against The Odds · host Rachel Fenske

Training isn’t about force, it’s about feel, timing, and understanding how your horse experiences pressure. In this episode of Riding Against the Odds, I’m sharing practical horse training tips that focus on communication, comfort, and respect.We’re talking about common issues riders face, hard-to-bridle horses, spur use, and handling split reins, and how small adjustments can completely change your horse’s attitude and willingness. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned rider, these are the kinds of details that quietly separate frustrated rides from successful partnerships. If you want a softer, more responsive horse without escalating pressure, this episode is for you.Links & Resources:Follow me on Instagram and TikTok at Rfr_rodeo for behind-the-scenes contentalso visit our sponsors Tacktical and Ranch Dress’n using code Rfr_rodeo and Rocket Donkey using code RachelF10If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with your rodeo friends! Got a question or topic you'd love to hear about? Send me an email at [email protected] See you next week! Keep those barrels tight and your dreams big!

Training isn’t about force, it’s about feel, timing, and understanding how your horse experiences pressure. In this episode of Riding Against the Odds, I’m sharing practical horse training tips that focus on communication, comfort, and respect.We’re talking about common issues riders face, hard-to-bridle horses, spur use, and handling split reins, and how small adjustments can completely change your horse’s attitude and willingness. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned rider, these are the kinds of details that quietly separate frustrated rides from successful partnerships. If you want a softer, more responsive horse without escalating pressure, this episode is for you.Links & Resources:Follow me on Instagram and TikTok at Rfr_rodeo for behind-the-scenes contentalso visit our sponsors Tacktical and Ranch Dress’n using code Rfr_rodeo and Rocket Donkey using code RachelF10If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with your rodeo friends! Got a question or topic you'd love to hear about? Send me an email at [email protected] See you next week! Keep those barrels tight and your dreams big!

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