A few weeks ago, I shared my redemption story of how I went from dead last at the 2017 AQHA World Show to earning over $22,000 in my first full year showing in the NRCHA. When I finished up that story, we were heading to the NRCHA Celebration of Champions in Fort Worth, Texas.
Today, I want to let you know how it went. Stay tuned for my next post because I also want to share my four best tips for horse showing success that anyone can apply, no matter what level of horse showing or competing you're at.
From February 19-22, 2019, I showed in Fort Worth, Texas at the John Justin Arena in the Will Rogers Memorial Center. Being in that place was an experience in itself. Holy cow!
I seriously contribute most of my success in showing Hook (TI SMOKUM PLAIN CHIC) to developing strong, healthy habits. I think the difference between people who do well and those who don’t, is focus and consistency. If you want to stay consistent, you can't make things too complicated or hard to follow. It has to be something that is doable, daily.
I created the Healthy Habits for Healthy Horsewomen 21-Day Challenge to help horsewomen like me get focused and consistent so they can enjoy success with their horses. Sign up today. It’s free!
Today, I’m excited to share my redemption story. It’s the story of how I went from finishing dead last at the 2017 AQHA World Show to earning over $22,000 in prize money, two saddles, 11 buckles and a butt load of cool prizes, my first year showing in the NRCHA.
Looking for easy Super Bowl snacks to serve during the big game?
This year, we’re staying home to watch the Super Bowl. Here is a list of Easy Super Bowl Snack Recipes that my family will love and won’t wreck my diet. They’re quick and easy and don’t require hours in the kitchen to prepare. Best part? They' are #cowgirlupdiet approved!
Have you noticed how the keto diet is all the rage right now? So many people are skipping the critical step of learning the science behind burning fat for energy. They have no idea what they're doing, no idea how it works. And no wonder! If you google “keto diet” you’re bombarded with tips, tricks, how-to’s and recipes. Who do you trust? Where do you even start?
Have you ever thought about where you get your energy? There are two primary energy sources: one is sugar (glucose), the other is fat. The glucose energy comes from eating carbohydrates - bread, rice, oatmeal, potatoes, chips, cookies, candy, cake, etc. The fat energy comes from a process where the body produces ketones, a type of acid.
Does this sound familiar? You’re following your new diet plan to a tee! You’re exercising, you’re watching what you eat. You’re meal planning and prepping. You’re turning down the yummy desserts and alcohol. You’re being SO GOOD! WHY CAN’T YOU LOSE THE WEIGHT?? You’re so frustrated! What the hell?
We’ve all been there, right? I know I have! I remember feeling like there was something wrong with me. Like I was a failure.
What finally opened my eyes and led me down a weight loss path that actually works? I realized I believed in some common weight loss myths. Let me share them here.
From July 24th through August 13th, 2017, I used the Shift Shop program from Beachbody to get in better shape for riding performance horses during show season. Here is my review:
From May 1st through May 21st, 2017, I used the 3 Week Yoga Retreat program from Beachbody to improve flexibility and improve core strength. Here is my review:
On a scale from 1-10, how do you rate your core strength? Most people know building a strong core improves riding skills. You need a strong core to stay centered and to protect your back from strains and injury. No need for spending hours doing sit-ups. Try this 5 minute ab workout.
I tested Clean Week in February 2018, as a way to get back to working out again. I had a nasty cold for a few weeks and hadn’t worked out. I wanted to try a workout program intended to help people kickstart their fitness. I was curious to learn more about the new Beachbody trainer, Megan Davies, and to see what her training style was like. I wanted to know if Clean Week would be a good fit for our Cowgirl Up Fitness Community as a way to help them get started.
How To Stop Craving Sugar, Carbs, Junk Food - I go over how sugar cravings used to sabotage my weight loss efforts, what I learned about why I got cravings and what I did about them.
[A Little Obsessed] Fitness Program Review, With The Horse Rider In Mind
I tested A Little Obsessed in February, 2018, for two weeks to see if I’d like it, to see how hard it’d be and to get a feel for the fitness style. I also wanted to get ready for the full version. I was curious to see how the resistance loops and strength slides might improve my horse riding.
Prior to starting ALO, I was only doing short, low intensity workouts due to a nasty cold. I was not at my peek fitness level, by any means.
Is “life” getting in the way of your exercise routine? Maybe you are trying to get your workouts in but you’re too busy right now. Maybe you’ll do it tomorrow...next week….next month...Have you been there? I have! But now I workout consistently. So what changed for me? Let me share! Here are 9 tips to help you go from dreading your workouts to actually looking forward to them!
Weight loss should not be too hard. I’m not saying isn't going to be hard. It just shouldn’t be so hard that you feel hopeless, discouraged or scared. I’m so excited for what I’m about to share!
Tired of throwing out food? Don't toss it! Take those over ripe almost mushy apples and make homemade healthy applesauce. It's super easy and quick and everyone loves it!
Short on time? Try these four simple moves to tone, strengthen and tighten the legs and butt before your next ride. You don't need any equipment and you can do them at home or at the barn.
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