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Mind matters
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Angie Jones-Moore SNHS Dip is a certified life coach with a particular interest in equestrianism.
Jane Brindley works with riders at all levels using hypnotherapy, psychotherapy and NLP.
Sharon Smith MSc EBA (Reg) BHSAPC is an experienced behaviourist and co-founder of the Equine Behaviour Affiliation.
Beat competition nerves
What’s the best way to overcome competition nerves after a winter break?
Lisa Bould
A Angie Jones-Moore answers: There are many ways you can overcome feelings of nervousness...
• don’t over face yourself at your first competition by entering at a higher level than you are used to
• make sure you and your horse are fit and well before the competition and prepare as much as you can in the run-up to allow yourself time on the day to focus on the job in hand