109 How to Master the Mental Side of Horse Riding

Today’s guest Maria Jeffers has a background in psychometric testing and is the Business Development Manager for AQR International, who holds the licensing for the 4C’s Mental Toughness model.  Maria has a passion for mental toughness as well as horses.  In this episode, we discuss how mental toughness applies to horse riding and the challenges of parenting a child who enjoys competing on her horse.  Key Takeaways Psychometrics are popularly used in recruitment to objectively understand candidates more. An individual or group's Mental Toughness as a personality trait, through the questionnaire, MTQ Plus can be measured. What someone is thinking is invisible yet has a big bearing on their behaviour. Mentally tough people are more adaptive when coping with stressors and challenges. Horses will very easily pick up if their rider is stressed. Parents can often influence how their children feel when they’re riding a horse. The rider and horse are a partnership.   How you talk to yourself and your horse is a skill that can be developed. Connect with Maria Jeffers LinkedIn  Website Connect with David Charlton Download THE FOCUSED ATHLETE CHECKLIST Join David @ The Sports Psychology Hub Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn Relevant Resources Sport Psychology for Children and Parents  Child and Youth Motivation for Sport Quiz Parent Motivation for Sport Quiz Sports Psychology Blogs For Kids Sports Psychology Podcasts For Kids