Are We in Too Much of a Rush to Get Results?

The Neil Foster Rider Mindset Podcast

Episode Title: Are We in Too Much of a Rush to Get Results? Host: Neil Foster, Equestrian Mindset Coach Duration: ~10 minutes

Episode Summary:

In this episode, Neil Foster dives into a question that many riders are quietly asking, but not always saying out loud:

Are we in too much of a rush to get results in our riding?

With growing pressure from social media, competition calendars, and personal expectations, it's easy to feel like you're falling behind unless you're constantly moving up. But what happens when that pressure spills over into how we treat our horses… and ourselves?

Join Neil as he unpacks:

• The culture of speed in modern equestrian sport

• The difference between pressure and poor awareness

• Why rushing the process leads to disconnection and burnout

• How to redefine success through trust, feel, and emotional intelligence

• What the future of our sport could look like if mindset becomes the priority

This isn't just a conversation about training, it's a call to slow down, tune in, and build something that lasts. Whether you're a competitive rider, a coach, or someone simply passionate about horses, this episode will speak to the part of you that knows… there's a better way.

Key Takeaways:

• Fast results often come at the cost of trust and long-term partnership

• Many riders aren’t pushing too hard out of ego, but out of fear and pressure

• Emotional awareness can be your greatest training tool

• Slowing down isn’t weakness, it’s wisdom

• The future of equestrianism must include mindset education

Connect with Neil:

• Instagram: @equestrianmindsetcoach

• Website & Coaching: www.neilfostersportsmindcoach.co.uk

• Mindset Tools & Downloads: The Neil Foster Rider Mindset Podcast Community 

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