Be Your Best Horsemanship

Dec 10 2024 267 ep. 29 mins 44
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"Be Your Best" is hosted by professional horse trainer and clinician, Phil Haugen. Inspired by his “1% better everyday" training philosophy, Phil explains the methods, mindset, and performance tips that drive continuous learning and growth in horsemanship, as well as in life.  Join us each week as Phil shares his experiences over the past 30 years in the horse training industry, discussing the methods that have helped him bridge the language barrier between horse and rider to enhance understanding and performance from foundation to finish.

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Adopting a Proactive Approach to Your Training Program

Dec 10 2024 46 mins  
In this week's episode, I'm joined by Mark Upton with Central Life Sciences, parent company of Starbar, Clarifly, and Farnam, to discuss proactive approaches to facility management as an equine professional. Tune in to hear Mark's advice for what you can do during the winter months to prepare for a successful spring training season. Episode Resources: To learn more about our partne

Drawing Opportunities to Yourself

Dec 03 2024 26 mins  
In life and horsemanship, I believe there are three things you have to have to be successful: work ethic, passion, and opportunity. The great thing about this trio is that work ethic and passion are a choice, and opportunity is something that you can draw to yourself. While others may have different opportunities than you, I firmly believe that you have the power to create and attr

Embracing the Challenge of Being Your Best Every Day

Nov 26 2024 32 mins  
In this week's episode, I'm sharing a wrap up of our 2024 clinic season, along with a very special story about a family who has truly embraced the challenge of being your best every day. Join me for a dose of inspiration and a reminder to look at each day as an opportunity to be the best you can be. Episode Resources: To join our online training community, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Recapping Our Colt Starting Mentorship Weeks

Nov 19 2024 37 mins  
In this episode, I am sharing a recap of the first colt starting mentorship weeks hosted at our training facility in Weatherford, OK. Join me as I share some behind-the-scenes insights from the colt starting mentorship experience and a preview of our 2025 events. Episode Resources: To join our online training community, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠philhaugenhorsemanship.com/courses⁠. To

Teaching the Release in the Round Pen

Nov 12 2024 25 mins  
In this week's episode, I am breaking down my colt starting methods for teaching the release in the round pen. Join me as I share some ground work tips and explain the importance of engaging the thinking side of a horse's brain during the weanling, yearling and 2-year-old stages. Episode Resources: To join our online training community, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠philhaugenhorsemanship.com/

Setting Realistic Goals for Conditioning Yourself and Your Horses

Nov 05 2024 31 mins  
In this episode, I am previewing our upcoming Colt Starting Mentorship weeks and addressing two questions from our audience about physical conditioning and setting realistic timelines for getting with a new horse. Episode Resources: To join our online training community, visit ⁠⁠⁠philhaugenhorsemanship.com/be-your-best-membership⁠⁠⁠. To request a topic for our next epis

Taking Control of Your Thoughts

Oct 29 2024 30 mins  
In this episode, I am addressing two questions from our listeners about what to do when you feel unprepared or disadvantaged in certain situations. Join me as I share some advice and tips on taking control of your thought processes when self-doubt creeps in. Episode Resources: To join our online training community, visit ⁠⁠philhaugenhorsemanship.com/be-your-best-membership⁠�

Why Continued Investment in Yourself is Critical to Success

Oct 22 2024 32 mins  
In this week’s episode, I’m sharing some insights and experiences from our fall mentorship programs, both online and in-person, that really highlight the importance of continued investment in yourself. Join us to hear more about the experiences these trainers have gone through and how a simple commitment to personal development reaps lifelong benefits. Episode Resources:To lear

One-on-One with Charly Crawford

Oct 15 2024 83 mins  
In this week's show, I am joined by 10X NFR Qualifier and founder of the Liberty and Loyalty Foundation, Charly Crawford. Join us as Charly shares his insights on the importance of building a strong foundation in life, business, and horsemanship. Episode Resources: Charly Crawford Training: https://charlycrawford.training/ Liberty & Loyalty Foundation: https://libertyandloyalty

The Power of Moments

Oct 08 2024 29 mins  
Progression, in any endeavor in life, is dependent upon a series of moments. From the small moments of learning to the big lightbulb moments that change our perception of a concept for the long-term, every moment is a significant part of our journey. In this episode, I'm sharing a story that reminded me to focus on these incremental moments in the process instead of just focusing o