Barrel Racing Tips Podcast

Barrel Racing Tips Podcast

Heather Smith, Barrel Racer, Author and Creator of BarrelRacingTips.com

Episodes 100
Avg. Duration 19m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 4.6 (82)
Since Apr 2024
Latest Episode Jun 2026

Publishing Details

Schedule
Weekly
Format
Episodic
Consistency
100%
Hosting
rss.libsyn.com

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About This Podcast

The Barrel Racing Tips Podcast hosted by Heather Smith has a very clear mission - which is to help barrel racers WIN in the arena and in LIFE with education, inspiration and implementation for developing educated, confident, and competitive equine athletes. You'll gain valuable insights for bringing out you and your horse's greatest potential for maximum positive results in competition, in a way that honors your horse's physical and mental well-being every step of the way. The Barrel Racing Tips Podcast shares tips for advancing your horsemanship skills, offering the best possible horse health care, as well as building emotional fitness and a sharp mental game for horse and human alike, for high-level achievement without compromise! If you're ready to take every aspect of your barrel racing to the next level, then WELCOME - you're in the right place!

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Recent Episodes

S2E122 Small Saddle, BIG Lessons – What I Learned about Barrel Racing from Riding English

Jun 03, 2026 17m

In Episode 122 I shared FIVE eye-opening lessons from English riding that have made me a better barrel racer (and can do the same for you). For many more barrel racing resources, visit…

S2E121 The "Lazy" Barrel Horse – How to Build a FIRE in Their Feet!

May 27, 2026 16m

In episode 121 I shared that most so called "lazy" horses, aren't really lazy at all - they just need to be motivated in the correct way to build more true fire, desire and SPEED! For many more…

S2E120 LIVE Barrel Racing Tips QnA

May 20, 2026 29m

In episode 120 I shared the audio from a LIVE Barrel Racing Tips QnA session. Like and follow BarrelRacingTips.com on Facebook and @barrelracertips on Instagram to be notified when these LIVE…

S2E119 Corona Craziness and the Common Myth About "Balance"

May 13, 2026 11m

In episode 119 I shared that not everything about life before the 'Rona pandemic may be worth rushing back to if we want to maximize our barrel racing success + tips and resources for doing so. For…

S2E118 How Pistol Got His Groove Back – (Re)Building Confidence and Focus in the Barrel Horse

May 06, 2026 24m

In episode 118 I shared specific actions steps + horse psychology tips to engage your horse both physically & mentally to dissolve insecurity and create more boldness on the barrel pattern. For…

S2E117 Freedom to RUN – How to Prevent Perfectionism from Slowing You Down

Apr 29, 2026 20m

Is perfectionism holding you back? In episode 117 I shared how we can be particular without being critical, plus steps to prevent perfectionism from crippling your barrel racing. For many more barrel…

S2E116 How to Create a Lifestyle That Supports Your Barrel Racing Dreams

Apr 22, 2026 27m

In episode 116 I shared TEN tips to learn, earn, turn & burn to create a lifestyle full of fast times, fun and freedom! For many more barrel racing resources, visit BarrelRacingTips.com. Please…

S2E115 LIVE Barrel Racing Tips QnA

Apr 15, 2026 31m

In episode 115 I shared the audio from a LIVE Barrel Racing Tips QnA session. Like and follow BarrelRacingTips.com on Facebook and @barrelracertips on Instagram to be notified when these LIVE…

S2E114 Barrel Racers Don't Shave Their Legs (and Why That's OK)

Apr 08, 2026 8m

In episode 114 I shared that as a barrel racer - you're going to be DIFFERENT than others + how that's a great (and necessary) thing! For many more barrel racing resources, visit…

S2E113 Plan Your Peak to Master Your Warm-Up for a Run That's HOT

Apr 01, 2026 18m

In episode 113 I shared excerpts from The Winning Warm-Up resource plus additional tips for ensuring you leave no stone left unturned to create a winning barrel racing run. For many more barrel…

S2E112 Determination to Learn - Take the Limits Off Your Barrel Racing

Mar 25, 2026 14m

In episode 112 I shared the importance and value of going above & beyond in our commitment to on-going horsemanship education. For many more barrel racing resources, visit BarrelRacingTips.com.…

S2E111 101 Tips for Barrel Racers Dealing with Extreme Winter Weather

Mar 18, 2026 24m

In episode 111 I shared 101 tips for not just getting through, but actually make the very most of what can feel like the harshest, joy-stealing season. For the article version of this podcast (with…

S2E109 LIVE Barrel Racing Tips QnA

Mar 11, 2026 37m

In episode 110 I shared the audio from a LIVE Barrel Racing Tips QnA session. Like and follow BarrelRacingTips.com on Facebook and @barrelracertips on Instagram to be notified when these LIVE…

S2E108 The Four-Letter Secret to Greater Peace, Joy & Barrel Racing Success

Mar 04, 2026 13m

In honor of Valentines Day, in episode 109 I shared some reminders and perspectives that keep us focused on unwavering truths that support our happiness & success – in the arena and out. For many…

S2E108 Truth Series Recap – Reminders for Empowering Your Barrel Horses with Responsibility

Feb 25, 2026 18m

In episode 108 I shared a review of the recent three-part Truth Series on empowering our barrel horses with the THREE responsibilities. For many more barrel racing resources, visit…

S2E107 Teach Your Barrel Horse to Maintain Body Shape for Better (Faster) Barrel Racing

Feb 18, 2026 16m

In episode 107 I shared our horse's third responsibility, which is SHAPE. Yep, it's not OUR job to hold our horse's body's in place with perfect position, it's theirs! For many more barrel racing…

S2E105 Free Your Barrel Horse from Emotions that Hold Back Athletic Potential

Feb 11, 2026 14m

In episode 106 I shared how less can be A LOT more when it comes to creating true emotional fitness in our barrel horses. For many more barrel racing resources, visit BarrelRacingTips.com. Please…

S2E105 How to Give Up Micromanaging and GAIN a Horse that LOVES Barrel Racing!

Feb 04, 2026 18m

In episode 105 I shared a lesson in horse psychology, plus specific steps for how we can cause our horses to use the brains more, by using our reins less. For many more barrel racing resources, visit…

S2E104 In Search of SPEED – How to BE Explosive on the Barrel Pattern

Jan 28, 2026 16m

In episode 104 I shared tips to take the mystery out of maximizing speed, plus unconventional ideas for creating it, especially when all other avenues have been exhausted. For many more barrel racing…

S2E103 Your Barrel Racing Future + Barrel Horse Bitting and Horse Psychology

Jan 21, 2026 29m

In episode 103 I shared a sneak peek into the new Barrel Horse Bitting resource coming soon to BarrelRacingTips.com, including the first section on the topic of Horse Psychology. For many more barrel…

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How many episodes does Barrel Racing Tips Podcast have?

Barrel Racing Tips Podcast has published 100 episodes since April 2024, covering topics in Education, Sports.

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Barrel Racing Tips Podcast is currently highly active with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 19m.

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