Horse Training Tips
From Riding Against The Odds by Rachel Fenske
February 20, 2026 · 6 min · Season 2 · Episode 7
About this episode
In this episode, Rachel Fenske shares practical horse training tips focused on communication, comfort, and respect to improve rider-horse partnerships.
Training isn’t about force, it’s about feel, timing, and understanding how your horse experiences pressure. In this episode of Riding Against the Odds , I’m sharing practical horse training tips that focus on communication, comfort, and respect. We’re talking about common issues riders face, hard-to-bridle horses, spur use, and handling split reins, and how small adjustments can completely change your horse’s attitude and willingness. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned rider, these are the kinds of details that quietly separate frustrated rides from successful partnerships. If you want a softer, more responsive horse without escalating pressure, this episode is for you. Links & Resources: Follow me on Instagram and TikTok at Rfr_rodeo for behind-the-scenes content also visit our sponsors Tacktical and Ranch Dress’n using code Rfr_rodeo and Rocket Donkey using code RachelF10 If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with your rodeo friends! Got a question or topic you'd love to hear about? Send me an email at rachelfenske1@gmail.com See you next week! Keep those barrels tight and your dreams big!
People in this episode
Host: Rachel Fenske
Topics covered
- horse training
- communication
- rider issues
- pressure management
- partnerships
Keywords
- horse training
- communication
- rider issues
- pressure
- responsive horse
Sponsors
Tacktical, Ranch Dress’n, Rocket Donkey
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