Barrel Racing Tips Podcast

Heather Smith, Barrel Racer, Author and Creator of BarrelRacingTips.com

The Barrel Racing Tips Podcast hosted by Heather Smith has a very clear mission - which is to help barrel racers WIN in the arena and in LIFE with education, inspiration and implementation for developing educated, confident, and competitive equine athletes.

  • 15 minutes 30 seconds
    My Horse Doesn’t Have a __________ Problem!

    In episode 66 I shared some horse psychology insights that I discovered in the most unlikely time & place - and how they can transform your barrel racing!

    For many more barrel racing resources, visit BarrelRacingTips.com.

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    29 January 2025, 11:30 am
  • 41 minutes 40 seconds
    LIVE Barrel Racing Tips QnA

    In episode 65 I shared the audio from a LIVE Barrel Racing Tips QnA session.

    Like and follow BarrelRacingTips.com on Facebook and @barrelracertips on Instagram to be notified when these LIVE Q&A’s happen so you can join in and ask your questions!

    Facebook: www.facebook.com/barrelracingtips Instagram: @barrelracertips

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    22 January 2025, 11:30 am
  • 11 minutes 57 seconds
    Are you MAKING Things Happen OR Allowing?

    In episode 64 I shared how we can CAUSE our ideas to become our horse's ideas to inspire more genuine effort, confidence and independence on the barrel pattern.

    For many more barrel racing resources, visit BarrelRacingTips.com.

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    15 January 2025, 11:30 am
  • 27 minutes 14 seconds
    How and Why to Use More Leg and Less Hands

    In episode 63 I shared how we can correct our micromanaging tendencies and develop more responsibility and responsiveness in our horses with a ‘less is more’ approach.

    For many more barrel racing resources, visit BarrelRacingTips.com.

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    8 January 2025, 11:30 am
  • 12 minutes 16 seconds
    Which is Best (and Faster) - Responding or Reacting?

    In episode 62 I shared how to differentiate between responsiveness vs. reactivity in your horses, as well as tips for creating the quality that best supports your barrel racing.

    For many more barrel racing resources, visit BarrelRacingTips.com.

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    1 January 2025, 11:30 am
  • 11 minutes 20 seconds
    Help Your Horse Learn Faster - and Clock Faster on the Barrel Pattern

    In episode 61 I shared that the best treat is a retreat, and how pausing to offer comfort, relief and reward can fast forward our horse’s progress on the pattern.

    For many more barrel racing resources, visit BarrelRacingTips.com.

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    25 December 2024, 11:30 am
  • 23 minutes 30 seconds
    LIVE Barrel Racing Tips QnA

    In episode 60 I shared the audio from a LIVE Barrel Racing Tips QnA session.

    Like and follow BarrelRacingTips.com on Facebook and @barrelracertips on Instagram to be notified when these LIVE Q&A’s happen so you can join in and ask your questions!

    Facebook: www.facebook.com/barrelracingtips Instagram: @barrelracertips

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    18 December 2024, 11:30 am
  • 13 minutes 38 seconds
    STOP the Drop – STAND UP for Powerful Positioning and Efficient Turns!

    In episode 59 I shared ideas and a specific exercise for creating more engaged, collected form - especially in the approach to the barrels and through the turns. 

    For many more barrel racing resources, visit BarrelRacingTips.com.

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    11 December 2024, 11:30 am
  • 10 minutes 41 seconds
    How to Stop the Clock Faster with Better Timing

    In episode 58 I shared how we can inspire our horses to be more fast and athletic on the barrels by taking specific steps to improve our own timing and quickness.

    For many more barrel racing resources, visit BarrelRacingTips.com.

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    4 December 2024, 11:30 am
  • 15 minutes 56 seconds
    Good Enough? How to Raise and Embrace Your Standards for Excellence

    In episode 57 I shared insight and inspiration for raising the quality of everything you do in order to rise above the competition and achieve your barrel racing goals.

    For many more barrel racing resources, visit BarrelRacingTips.com.

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    27 November 2024, 11:30 am
  • 21 minutes 15 seconds
    How to Create Soft, Round Movement for Sharp Turns and Fast Runs

    In episode 56 I stressed the importance of on-going personal development for barrel racers plus exercises for developing quality movement in your barrel horses.

    For many more barrel racing resources, visit BarrelRacingTips.com.

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    20 November 2024, 11:30 am
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