THE Covid-19 pandemic has completely changed the landscape of equestrian sport.
For many competitors and coaches it has wiped out a significant portion of the competition season. However, we are now seeing some light at the end of the tunnel with competition resuming across the country. Most riders will probably be a bit ring rusty and need to develop their confidence to get out there and compete again. After a long sabbatical there are a number of aspects required to develop confidence; training to boost your competence, logical focused practice, finding your growth zone and making sure your “chatterbox” is helping rather than hindering your progress.

1. Boost your competence