In this series (“Riding to Win vs. Chasing Perfection”) I’m digging deeper into how to strategize our rides. When should we chase the blue ribbon and when should be aiming for perfection? In the previous installment of this series, I explored the competitive mindset, knowing when to go for victory and its pitfalls (if you haven’t read it yet, click here).
In today’s blog I’m diving deeper into the art of riding the ‘perfect’ round. Obviously, we are always aiming for that perfect round, even in a fast jump off, but there is an important difference between riding to be competitive and riding to improve ourselves and our horses. Let’s explore the ups and downs of chasing perfection, as well as when and how to set yourself up for success.