https://elisehittinger.com Updates from Elise Hittinger https://elisehittinger.com/blog/riding-anxiety-old-alarm https://elisehittinger.com/blog/riding-anxiety-old-alarm <div>Feeling anxious in the saddle even though the scary is over? Sometimes riding fear isn't about what's happening now — it's an old alarm that never got turned off.</div>]]> Wed, 09 Sep 2026 19:32:00 CDT https://elisehittinger.com/blog/how-to-enjoy-horse-riding-again https://elisehittinger.com/blog/how-to-enjoy-horse-riding-again <div>Wondering how to enjoy horse riding again? Learn why you may not need to become fearless again&mdash;and how to rebuild confidence and excitement in the saddle.</div>]]> Wed, 26 Aug 2026 21:05:44 CDT https://elisehittinger.com/blog/why-does-anxiety-make-horseback-riding-so-tiring https://elisehittinger.com/blog/why-does-anxiety-make-horseback-riding-so-tiring <div data-pasted="true">Riding anxiety turns a simple trot into a full-body workout you never signed up for. Between the rider tension gripping your muscles and the mental drain of trying to stay brave, it&#39;s no wonder you&#39;re exhausted before the ride even ends.</div><div><br></div>]]> Thu, 20 Aug 2026 19:56:04 CDT https://elisehittinger.com/blog/rebuild-riding-confidence-one-step-at-a-time https://elisehittinger.com/blog/rebuild-riding-confidence-one-step-at-a-time <div>If you’ve been wondering whether your riding confidence will ever come back, this is for you. A warm, practical look at how confidence is rebuilt one small step at a time.</div>]]> Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:34:00 CDT https://elisehittinger.com/blog/break-anxiety-cycle-horseback-riding https://elisehittinger.com/blog/break-anxiety-cycle-horseback-riding <div data-pasted="true">Learn how to break the riding anxiety cycle by shifting from &ldquo;What if?&rdquo; to &ldquo;What&rsquo;s the plan,&rdquo; supporting your body, and building confidence one small step at a time.</div><div><br></div>]]> Fri, 17 Jul 2026 16:48:39 CDT https://elisehittinger.com/blog/best-supplements-for-rider-anxiety-management https://elisehittinger.com/blog/best-supplements-for-rider-anxiety-management <div>Looking for the best supplements for rider anxiety management? Discover why confidence comes from practical, horse-centered tools that help your body, brain, and horse work together.</div>]]> Wed, 08 Jul 2026 19:05:56 CDT https://elisehittinger.com/blog/keep-riding-as-you-get-older https://elisehittinger.com/blog/keep-riding-as-you-get-older <div>Learn how to keep riding as you get older by working with your body, not against it. Discover simple ways to improve comfort, confidence, and enjoy riding for years to come. 🐴</div>]]> Tue, 30 Jun 2026 21:13:25 CDT https://elisehittinger.com/blog/anxiety-vs-instinct https://elisehittinger.com/blog/anxiety-vs-instinct <div>Learn how to tell the difference between anxiety and instinct while riding. Discover how to recognize each one and build confidence by helping your body and brain work together. 🐴💙</div>]]> Tue, 30 Jun 2026 20:13:02 CDT https://elisehittinger.com/blog/how-to-know-youre-ready-to-ride-again https://elisehittinger.com/blog/how-to-know-youre-ready-to-ride-again <div>Learn how to know when you're ready to ride again. Discover how preparation, confidence, and a healthy body can help you enjoy riding your horse again.</div>]]> Wed, 17 Jun 2026 15:24:00 CDT https://elisehittinger.com/blog/stiff-tired-riders-confidence https://elisehittinger.com/blog/stiff-tired-riders-confidence <div><br></div>]]> Sun, 31 May 2026 12:01:00 CDT