motivation

Do you feel yourself lacking motivation to ride? It happens to the best of us! Sometimes, you just need a little inspiration to get going again. Riders find this in all different ways. Some take a lesson or attend a clinic, while others try a new discipline or ride with friends. There are plenty of...

Loretta Lynn once said, “I’m trying to lead a good Christian life, so there ain’t too much spicy to tell about me.” There may not be too much spicy to say, but she does have some sassy quotes to live by! We’re sharing the best words from the coal miner’s daughter, herself! Loretta Lynn is...

It’s so easy to get in a winter slump! The chilly air and overcast skies aren’t motivating at all. Many rush out to the barn to feed and clean, then hurry back inside their warm house this time of year. Here’s an invitation to enjoy winter AND your horse. Embrace the cold and have some...

Every motivated cowgirl needs a vision board in their sights! The concept behind vision boards is to visually represent all you want to accomplish. With the new year, now is as good as time as any to create one! You can create one digitally on your laptop or phone or physically by printing pictures and...

We have all been there. Riding has lost its appeal, whether from frustration, finding the time, or just life in general. Our motivation just wasn’t what it was before. It doesn’t always have to be like this though! It is just a part of the ups and downs of riding. It’s a slump. You can...

Affirmations are positive statements that encourage positive thinking. They are meant to be encouraging and motivating. As cowgirls know, riding and any other event they do is 80% mental. Repeating affirmations to yourself can help to put your mind in the right place before competing! You can include them before or during your warm-up! Ignore...

Dear Cowgirl, Stop settling. For God’s sake. Stop saying yes to things you hate, dates you don’t want and jobs that you’re not fired up about clocking into. Stop wearing clothes that don’t make you feel like yourself, living in towns that don’t excite you and buying cheap bras. Seriously. That is B.S. and will...