Be Your Best Horsemanship

In this episode, I am covering the four phases of a horse's mental game, understanding how to identify which phase your horse is in, and how to help the horse switch to a productive state of mind. Episode Resources: To join our online training community, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠philhaugenhorsemanship.com/courses⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ . To request a topic for our next episode, visit: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

What is the cost of doing this? For years, that is the question I used to ask myself any time I considered investing in myself or my training business. And for years, this mentality kept me stuck right where I was. Until one day, I realized that I should have been asking myself, what is the cost of not doing this? In this episode, I'm breaking down my perspective on determining cost vs. reward and...

In this episode, I'm joined by 2024 Road to the Horse Champion, Tik Maynard. Tik's story is truly inspiring, as he shares his journey from growing up in the English riding world to discovering a passion for natural horsemanship. Join us as we dive into Tik's training background, the progression of his horsemanship journey, and a behind-the-scenes look at his preparation for Road to the Horse. Epis...

In this week's episode, I'm filled with so much joy and gratitude as I reflect on the past year. Join me as I share some of my main focuses for the year ahead in hopes that it will inspire you to find small ways to be your best every day. Episode Resources: To join our online training community, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠philhaugenhorsemanship.com/courses⁠⁠⁠⁠ . To request a topic for our next episode, visit:...

Resilience is a trait many of us in the western industry naturally possess, but it’s also a skill that needs to be strengthened from time to time. Life has a way of throwing challenges our way, and in those moments, training our minds to focus on the positives becomes essential. In this episode, I’m sharing highlights from our recent trip to Las Vegas for the NFR and the World Series of Team Ropin...

In this week's episode, I'm joined by Mark Upton with Central Life Sciences, parent company of Starbar, Clarifly, and Farnam, to discuss proactive approaches to facility management as an equine professional. Tune in to hear Mark's advice for what you can do during the winter months to prepare for a successful spring training season. Episode Resources: To learn more about our partnership with Centr...

In life and horsemanship, I believe there are three things you have to have to be successful: work ethic, passion, and opportunity. The great thing about this trio is that work ethic and passion are a choice, and opportunity is something that you can draw to yourself. While others may have different opportunities than you, I firmly believe that you have the power to create and attract your own opp...

In this week's episode, I'm sharing a wrap up of our 2024 clinic season, along with a very special story about a family who has truly embraced the challenge of being your best every day. Join me for a dose of inspiration and a reminder to look at each day as an opportunity to be the best you can be. Episode Resources: To join our online training community, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠philhaugenhorsemanship.com/co...

In this episode, I am sharing a recap of the first colt starting mentorship weeks hosted at our training facility in Weatherford, OK. Join me as I share some behind-the-scenes insights from the colt starting mentorship experience and a preview of our 2025 events. Episode Resources: To join our online training community, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠philhaugenhorsemanship.com/courses⁠ . To request a topic for our ne...

In this week's episode, I am breaking down my colt starting methods for teaching the release in the round pen. Join me as I share some ground work tips and explain the importance of engaging the thinking side of a horse's brain during the weanling, yearling and 2-year-old stages. Episode Resources: To join our online training community, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠philhaugenhorsemanship.com/courses . To request a t...

In this episode, I am previewing our upcoming Colt Starting Mentorship weeks and addressing two questions from our audience about physical conditioning and setting realistic timelines for getting with a new horse. Episode Resources: To join our online training community, visit ⁠ ⁠⁠philhaugenhorsemanship.com/be-your-best-membership⁠⁠⁠ . To request a topic for our next episode, visit: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

In this episode, I am addressing two questions from our listeners about what to do when you feel unprepared or disadvantaged in certain situations. Join me as I share some advice and tips on taking control of your thought processes when self-doubt creeps in. Episode Resources: To join our online training community, visit ⁠ ⁠philhaugenhorsemanship.com/be-your-best-membership⁠⁠ . To request a topic...

In this week’s episode, I’m sharing some insights and experiences from our fall mentorship programs, both online and in-person, that really highlight the importance of continued investment in yourself. Join us to hear more about the experiences these trainers have gone through and how a simple commitment to personal development reaps lifelong benefits. Episode Resources: To learn more about Phil's...

In this week's show, I am joined by 10X NFR Qualifier and founder of the Liberty and Loyalty Foundation, Charly Crawford. Join us as Charly shares his insights on the importance of building a strong foundation in life, business, and horsemanship. Episode Resources: Charly Crawford Training: https://charlycrawford.training/ Liberty & Loyalty Foundation: https://libertyandloyaltyfoundation.com/

Progression, in any endeavor in life, is dependent upon a series of moments. From the small moments of learning to the big lightbulb moments that change our perception of a concept for the long-term, every moment is a significant part of our journey. In this episode, I'm sharing a story that reminded me to focus on these incremental moments in the process instead of just focusing on the end result...

When training a horse, it can be easy to adopt a results-oriented instead of process-oriented mentality. When we focus on short-term results in our training sessions, we tend to lose sight of the main purpose of our training, which is to establish long-term foundational gains. In this episode, I'm sharing some stories from our recent clinics about the benefits of process-oriented training and how...

In the training journey, it can sometimes feel like you are in a never-ending season of challenges. But, if there's one thing that I have realized through my own experiences and seeing others' experiences at clinics, it is that we are all going through the same challenges, just in a slightly different way. In this episode, I'm sharing some thoughts on keeping things in perspective and...

In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Duane Chappell with Merck Animal Health as he shares insights and advice for managing risk of infectious disease by establishing solid systems for vaccination and biosecurity at your training facility. Join us as we dive into a wide variety of equine health topics, including: Understanding different types of vaccinations and when to administer each Vaccinatio...

In this episode, I'm sharing more about my journey to Road to the Horse 2025 and the excitement of being selected as one of the Championship Competitors. Tune in to hear more about how I'm preparing for this event and the mentality I have going into the competition. Learn more about Road to the Horse: https://roadtothehorse.com/

In this episode, I'm sharing some perspectives around getting more effort out of your horse―and, it might not be the advice you're expecting. Join me as I share an important lesson about helping your horses reach their full performance potential by understanding the relationship between effort and reward. Episode Resources: To learn more about Phil's foundational training and personal...

In this episode, I'm addressing some FAQs about our public and private clinics, mentorship weeks, and online training and mentorship programs. Join me as I break down each of these training opportunities and share more about how you can get involved with our upcoming virtual and in-person training events. Episode Resources: To become a member and join our monthly mentorship sessions, visit: ph...

In this episode, I'm covering a question from one of our listeners: "I would love to hear a discussion about setting yearlings up for success. I've got a 10 month old colt coming home this month and this will be my first experience with one this age. He is coming from an awesome breeder who has taken a lot of time to get him off to the right start and I would love to continue to do so...

On this episode, I am joined by Phil van Harreveld, DVM, MS, DACVS-LA, Senior Equine Professional Services Veterinarian with ⁠Merck Animal Health⁠ to discuss best practices for caring for horses with colic, as well as preventing infection in wounds near the joint area. Before joining Merck Animal Health, Dr. van Harreveld practiced as an equine veterinary surgeon for more than 22 years. He pioneer...

In this episode, I'm addressing a question from one of our listeners, Abby: "I have a 2 year old who is ready to start under saddle, but I can not get her to canter. The more I push, the slower she gets. She will canter with another horse in the round pen. I have not had this problem before and I am not sure what to do? I don’t think she will canter under saddle if she refuses on the grou...

You can't always control the first thought that comes into your mind, but you can control the second. Likewise, you can't always control the first thought that triggers a reactive response in your horse, but over time, you can learn to control the second. Tune into this episode to learn more about my perspectives on colt starting and how learning how to control your own thoughts can transl...