If you’ve ever found yourself feeling anxious before a ride, struggling to connect with your horse, or just wishing you felt more calm and confident in the saddle this episode of The Neil Foster Rider Mindset Podcast is for you. In “Pre-Ride Mental Warm-Up – The Missing Piece in Your Riding Routine,” we dive into the neuroscience of emotional regulation, how your mindset directly impacts your horse, and why breathwork might just be your new secret weapon. With practical tools you can use both on and off the horse, myth-busting truths about your brain, and a guided visualisation to help you ride with clarity and calm, this episode is packed with support. Want to go even deeper? Join our free Neil Foster Rider Mindset Podcast Facebook Group — it’s full of helpful coaching tips, inspiring conversations, and a supportive community of riders just like you.