Covers more topics than just cutting!
CUTTING, ONE RUN AT A TIME
Soft-bound Book
By Barbra Schulte
This was my first 305 page, soft-bound book.
What you may not know is that over half of this book contains valuable information for riders of all disciplines:
Chapter 1: Identify Your Goals: The Process of Becoming
- Different Strokes for Different Folks
- A Personal Leap of Faith
- Identify Your Cutting Goals
- Common Mistakes Cutters Make and Practical Solutions
- Have Fun and Be Yourself
Chapter 2: Build a Strong Support System
- Mentors
- Trainers/Instructors
- Instructor Selection Tips
- Your Support System
- Ways to Promote Good Communications When Problems Arise
- 11 Practical Tips to Encourage a Cutter for Family Members, Trainers, and Friends
- Tips for Becoming a Better Student
Chapter 3: Choose a Horse That Suits Your Needs
- Why it is Important to Ride a Horse that Fits Your Needs
- Primary Considerations for Your Horse Selection – Secondary Considerations for Your Horse Selection
- How to Choose the Right Horse
- What to do With a Horse that Doesn’t Suit You
Chapter 4: Develop Basic Riding Skills
- A Secure Center of Balance
- Soft, Connected Body Alignment
- A Quiet Upper Body
- Rhythmic Breathing
- Controlled Eyes
- Hinged Arms
- Two-Handed Stop
- Relaxes, Responsive Legs – Dropped Heels
- Strategic Use of Feet/Legs
- Feel for the Stop
- The Backup
- Head/Neck Flexibility
- Neck Reining
Chapter 5: Learn the Mental Skills of Great Competitors
This is the largest chapter in the book and covers the basic tenets of the original Mentally Tough Training Program.
- Why Train Mentally and Emotionally?
- Why is IPS Important?
- From a Physical Viewpoint
- Acting Skills
- Mental Conditioning Tools
- Design Your Own Constant Improvement Program
The five remaining chapters focus on tips to improve your cutting skills:
Chapter 6: Ride Your Trained Horse Effectively
- Create a Mental Image of Excellence, Poise, Grit, and Style
- Use Your Body to Help, Not Hinder, Your Horse
- Putting it all Together: Balance, Rhythm, Control of the Cow, and Holding the Line
- Common Trouble Spots Working a Cow
Chapter 7: Maintain Your Trained Horse
- Basic Schooling Principles
- Five Situations Where You Can Apply a Two-Handed Stop
- Key Schooling Points
- Chronic Problems
Chapter 8: Gain Control in the Herd
- The Ideal Cut
- Preparing to Enter the Herd
- Walking Toward the Herd
- Entering the Herd
- Making the Turn
- Making Good, Spontaneous Moment-to-Moment Decisions
- Cutting for Shape
- Cutting Specific Cattle
Chapter 9: Study Cattle
- Describe Cattle Physically
- Predicting Behavior
Chapter 10: Develop Your Own Showmanship Style
- Preparation Prior to Show Day
- Preparation on the Day of the Show
- Outstanding Run Presentation Skills
- Spontaneous Responses to Unexpected Situations
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"Barbra has intensely studied the art of riding and showing cutting horses. She is an extraordinary teacher. Her book helps the new cutter with invaluable shortcuts to mastery, while providing a refresher course for the experienced – a must read for all.”
“I read your book; then read it again with a highlighter, and have since read it again with a red pen in hand! It is marvelous and ties in with the video series, the Mentally Tough Riding training course, and your clinic information perfectly. I have found myself surrounded by amateurs on several occasions when it comes to watching the herd settlers! Thank you for opening the door to such a wonderful learning experience.”
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