How to Walk the Walk of an Equestrian with Confidence
January 17, 2022 By American Stalls General One thing I struggled with as a young rider was performance anxiety, more commonly referred to as, “stage fright”. And in this case, the show ring was my “stage”. Stage fright is basically anxiety and panic that’s induced by the thought of the performance itself. People that suffer from either...
The Bedding Blocker Explained
January 13, 2022 By American Stalls General It's finally the evening and the sun is just about ready to set. We find ourselves in our barn to feed our horses, but to also wrap up the day. Often times, wrapping up the day means keeping the barn tidy. One look down the aisle though and we see...
3 Flooring Options for Your Barn’s Aisle
January 5, 2022 By American Stalls Barn Building 101 During our design process, many clients often first think about the horse stalls in their dream barn. That is with good reason and good intent. After all, our horses often spend significant time in their stalls so we want them to be designed just right. The horse stalls are often...
How to Get the Most out of Your Riding Lessons
December 27, 2021 By American Stalls General Many people may think of themselves or others as being a student. But what is the meaning behind this word? Most definitions you will find go something like this: “a person engaged in study; one who is devoted to learning; especially, one who attends a school, or who seeks knowledge from...
Peace of Mind with Pre-Show Packing
December 20, 2021 By American Stalls General It’s the week of the show, and you’ve got a million things on your mind. Instead of winging it last minute, put your mind at ease with a little preparation. As I’ve mentioned in previous blogs, I am a huge advocate for organization and preparation. Two things that I believe...