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Barrel Racing Tips Podcast

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The Barrel Racing Tips Podcast hosted by Heather Smith has a very clear mission - which is to help barrel racers WIN in the arena and in LIFE with education, inspiration and implementation for developing educated, confident, and competitive equine athletes. You'll gain valuable insights for bringing out you and your horse's greatest potential for maximum positive results in competition, in a way that honors your horse's physical and mental well-being every step of the way. The Barrel Racing Tips Podcast shares tips for advancing your horsemanship skills, offering the best possible horse health care, as well as building emotional fitness and a sharp mental game for horse and human alike, for high-level achievement without compromise! If you're ready to take every aspect of your barrel racing to the next level, then WELCOME - you're in the right place!

Location:

United States

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The Barrel Racing Tips Podcast hosted by Heather Smith has a very clear mission - which is to help barrel racers WIN in the arena and in LIFE with education, inspiration and implementation for developing educated, confident, and competitive equine athletes. You'll gain valuable insights for bringing out you and your horse's greatest potential for maximum positive results in competition, in a way that honors your horse's physical and mental well-being every step of the way. The Barrel Racing Tips Podcast shares tips for advancing your horsemanship skills, offering the best possible horse health care, as well as building emotional fitness and a sharp mental game for horse and human alike, for high-level achievement without compromise! If you're ready to take every aspect of your barrel racing to the next level, then WELCOME - you're in the right place!

Language:

English

Contact:

3077515572


Episodes
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Saddle Fit Tips from an NFR Barrel Racer

5/15/2024
In this replay of episode 29 I shared what I learned during my extensive journey into studying saddle fit for barrel horses as well as tips from NFR barrel racing qualifier, Tana Poppino. For even more saddle fit resources, visit BarrelRacingTips.com. Please subscribe, rate & review to help support on-going content and resources - thanks for listening! Click here to support the show.

Duration:00:23:16

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Steps for Creating a Headset that’s Healthy and Athletic

5/8/2024
In this replay of episode 28 I shared THE number one key and prerequisite to developing a healthy, athletic headset in barrel racing horses, plus specific how to’s and tips for doing so. For even more resources, visit BarrelRacingTips.com. Please subscribe, rate & review to help support on-going content and resources - thanks for listening! Click here to support the show.

Duration:00:12:19

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Speed Kills - How to Correct Problems that Only Occur at Speed

5/1/2024
In this replay of episode TWENTY-SEVEN I shared the science behind muscle memory, how to be a more aware & effective barrel horse trainer, plus tips for correcting problems on the pattern in a way that lasts. For even more resources, visit BarrelRacingTips.com. Please subscribe, rate & review to help support on-going content and resources - thanks for listening! Click here to support the show.

Duration:00:20:20

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Get Hooked – How Chasing Cows can Help You Chase Cans

4/24/2024
In this replay of episode TWENTY-SIX I shared ways that working cattle can improve how we work the barrel pattern, plus insight for balancing our horses’ responsibility and responsiveness ratio. For even more resources, visit BarrelRacingTips.com. Please subscribe, rate & review to help support on-going content and resources - thanks for listening! Click here to support the show.

Duration:00:13:14

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LIVE Barrel Racing Tips QnA

4/17/2024
In this replay of episode TWENTY-FIVE I shared the audio from a LIVE Barrel Racing Tips QnA session. Like and follow BarrelRacingTips.com on Facebook and @barrelracertips on Instagram to be notified when these LIVE Q&A’s happen so you can join in and ask your questions! Facebook: www.facebook.com/barrelracingtips Instagram: @barrelracertips Please subscribe, rate & review to help support on-going content and resources - thanks for listening! Click here to support the show.

Duration:00:26:47

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How to Create and Improve Mental and Physical Connection for Faster Runs

4/10/2024
In this replay of episode TWENTY-FOUR I shared theory behind why mental and physical connection with our barrel horses is so critical, plus described specific exercises for developing it. For even more resources like this, visit BarrelRacingTips.com. Please subscribe, rate & review to help support on-going content and resources - thanks for listening! Click here to support the show.

Duration:00:20:41

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Prepare for Fast Turns with NFR Barrel Racer, Lisa Lockhart

4/3/2024
In this replay of episode TWENTY-THREE I shared specific prerequisites for more successful turns and fast runs from NFR Barrel Racing Qualifier, Lisa Lockhart. For even more articles with NFR barrel racers, visit BarrelRacingTips.com. Please subscribe, rate & review to help support on-going content and resources - thanks for listening! Click here to support the show.

Duration:00:11:44

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Powerful Lessons from Five Barrel Racing Clinics in 31 Days

3/27/2024
In this replay of episode TWENTY-TWO I shared lessons from attending five clinics, writing eight articles, traveling 1,920 miles and launching one best-selling book in 31 days. For even more barrel racing education and inspiration, visit BarrelRacingTips.com. Please subscribe, rate & review to help support on-going content and resources - thanks for listening! Click here to support the show.

Duration:00:21:40

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TEN Steps to Plan, Prepare and Expect to WIN

3/20/2024
In this replay of episode TWENTY-ONE I shared specific steps for intentionally setting goals and mapping out a course of action to reach your biggest barrel racing dreams. For more resources to help you win, visit BarrelRacingTips.com. Please subscribe, rate & review to help support on-going content and resources - thanks for listening! Click here to support the show.

Duration:00:18:27

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LIVE Barrel Racing Tips QnA

3/13/2024
In this replay of episode TWENTY I shared the audio from a LIVE Barrel Racing Tips QnA session. Like and follow BarrelRacingTips.com on Facebook and @barrelracertips on Instagram to be notified when these LIVE Q&A’s happen so you can join in and ask your questions! Facebook: www.facebook.com/barrelracingtips Instagram: @barrelracertips Please subscribe, rate & review to help support on-going content and resources - thanks for listening! Click here to support the show.

Duration:00:40:49

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Top 10 Barrel Racing Tips Countdown

3/6/2024
In this replay of episode NINETEEN I shared a collection of my top ten best barrel racing tips that apply whether you're an experienced professional or a barrel racing newbie - enjoy! For even more barrel racing resources, visit BarrelRacingTips.com. Please subscribe, rate & review to help support on-going content and resources - thanks for listening! Click here to support the show.

Duration:00:20:48

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Timeless Tips for Timing, Education and Feel from Ed Wright

2/28/2024
In this replay of episode EIGHTEEN I shared timeless tips for developing our barrel horse's education with timing and feel from the respected, late, great barrel racing clinician Ed Wright. For even more barrel racing resources, visit BarrelRacingTips.com. Please subscribe, rate & review to help support on-going content and resources - thanks for listening! Click here to support the show.

Duration:00:19:13

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Troubleshooting Tips with 10X NFR Barrel Racer, Molly Powell

2/21/2024
In this replay of episode SEVENTEEN I shared effective tips for problem solving with barrel horses from ten-time National Finals Rodeo qualifying barrel racer, Molly Powell. For even more articles with NFR barrel racers, visit BarrelRacingTips.com. Please subscribe, rate & review to help support on-going content and resources - thanks for listening! Click here to support the show.

Duration:00:13:01

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What I Learned from Horsemanship Masters Ray Hunt & Buck Brannaman

2/14/2024
In this replay of episode SIXTEEN I shared some powerful lessons I learned from from Ray Hunt and Buck Brannaman, who were protoges of horsemanship legends Tom and Bill Dorrance. For even more resources, visit BarrelRacingTips.com. Please subscribe, rate & review to help support on-going content and resources - thanks for listening! Click here to support the show.

Duration:00:11:35

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LIVE Barrel Racing Tips QnA

2/7/2024
In this replay of episode FIFTEEN I shared the audio from a LIVE Barrel Racing Tips QnA session. Like and follow BarrelRacingTips.com on Facebook and @barrelracertips on Instagram to be notified when these LIVE Q&A’s happen so you can join in and ask your questions! Facebook: www.facebook.com/barrelracingtips Instagram: @barrelracertips Please subscribe, rate & review to help support on-going content and resources - thanks for listening! Click here to support the show.

Duration:00:44:50

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Let’s Be Honest… and Leave Frustration in the Dust

1/31/2024
In this replay of episode FOURTEEN I shared how we can ‘peel back the layers’ and get real and honest about the struggles with our horses in order to overcome them and make true progress. For even more resources, visit BarrelRacingTips.com. Please subscribe, rate & review to help support on-going content and resources - thanks for listening! Click here to support the show.

Duration:00:13:50

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Will You Be Sore Tomorrow, or Sorry?

1/24/2024
In this replay of episode THIRTEEN I shared why physical fitness is so critical for barrel racing athletes, plus how to get targeted and specific to gain the most benefit from your workouts. For even more resources on this topic, visit BarrelRacingTips.com. Please subscribe, rate & review to help support on-going content and resources - thanks for listening! Click here to support the show.

Duration:00:17:03

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Don’t Get Robbed by Barrel Racing Dream Stealers!

1/17/2024
In this replay of episode TWELVE I shared practical steps for preventing time, energy and money ‘parasites’ from sucking the life out of your biggest barrel racing dreams. For even more articles on this topic, visit BarrelRacingTips.com. Please subscribe, rate & review to help support on-going content and resources - thanks for listening! Click here to support the show.

Duration:00:13:07

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How to ‘Go Pro’ as a Barrel Racer

1/10/2024
In this replay of episode ELEVEN I shared the ins and outs of getting started as a member of the WPRA, as well as seven areas to focus on to make your NFR dreams come true! For even more articles on this topic, visit BarrelRacingTips.com. Please subscribe, rate & review to help support on-going content and resources - thanks for listening! Click here to support the show.

Duration:00:36:12

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Bit Function and Selection to Enhance Each Unique Horse

1/3/2024
In this replay of episode TEN I shared when and why bit selection is most important, why education is even more so - and how to choose specific bits based on each individual horse's needs. For even more articles on this topic, visit BarrelRacingTips.com. Please subscribe, rate & review to help support on-going content and resources - thanks for listening! Click here to support the show.

Duration:00:16:41