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Nov. Phelps Column – Learning to Ride Relaxed
It has been made clear to me by no less than four of my instructors that I need to learn to ride RELAXED. Most notably, I have been informed that my arms are “too rigid” affording “no flexion” in my elbow when using my reins. This is so apparently true that in one (particularly fun) more »
My First Show — Take Two
While the top equestrians were gathering to compete in London earlier this month, I was busy getting ready to compete, too. It was my first show in over a year… August 1, 2012: Its 3:00 on Wednesday afternoon. I just need to wrap up a final work project and head home to change into more »
Business as Usual
Anyone who reads my Quest Facebook page knows that I love Grant Cardone. For those of you who are unfamiliar with him, Grant is a very successful businessman and sales consultant. He is the CEO of several self-created multi-million dollar companies, a NY Times bestselling author, host of his own radio show, and now, TV series. Grant more »
My August PhelpsSports.com Column: My First Show — Take Two
While the top equestrians were gathering to compete in London earlier this month, I was busy getting ready to compete, too. It was my first show in over a year… August 1, 2012: Its 3:00 on Wednesday afternoon. I just need to wrap up a final work project and head home to change into my more »
Go Irish!
At the “Meet and Greet” during the Fidelity Jumper Classic, Hampden Falls, NH this past week children posed questions to their idols in the sport including Anne Kursinski, Candice King, Christine McCrea, Chris Kappler, Peter Leone and international course designer Olaf Petersen, Jr. The event was hosted by local celebrity amateur rider and award winning more »
Guest Blog — Tracy Vandegrift
My name is Tracy, and I found Victoria’s Facebook page through a mutual “like” on someone else’s horse oriented Facebook page. I, too, am on a “Quest for the Prix”, and although I have an age disadvantage, I just turned 50, my passion and my horse’s talent are going to get me there. I got more »
Show Advice From My Riding Friends
My first competition was a year ago and I fell off! Tomorrow is my first show since. I have been asking everyone at my barn for their advice (as I am so nervous!) and here is a video of what they had to say. Do you have advice for me? If so, comment here. Share more »