Cutting, One Run at a Time

What you may not know is that over half of this book contains valuable information for riders of all disciplines:

Chapter 1: Identify Your Goals: The Process of Becoming

• Different Strokes for Different Folks
• A Personal Leap of Faith
• Identify Your Cutting Goals
• Common Mistakes Cutters Make and Practical Solutions
• Have Fun and Be Yourself

Chapter 2: Build a Strong Support System

• Mentors
• Trainers/Instructors
• Instructor Selection Tips
• Your Support System
• Ways to Promote Good Communications When Problems Arise
• 11 Practical Tips to Encourage a Cutter for Family Members, Trainers, and Friends
• Tips for Becoming a Better Student

Chapter 3: Choose a Horse That Suits Your Needs

• Why it is Important to Ride a Horse that Fits Your Needs
• Primary Considerations for Your Horse Selection – Secondary Considerations for Your Horse Selection
• How to Choose the Right Horse
• What to do With a Horse that Doesn’t Suit You

Chapter 4: Develop Basic Riding Skills

• A Secure Center of Balance
• Soft, Connected Body Alignment
• A Quiet Upper Body
• Rhythmic Breathing
• Controlled Eyes
• Hinged Arms
• Two-Handed Stop
• Relaxes, Responsive Legs – Dropped Heels
• Strategic Use of Feet/Legs
• Feel for the Stop
• The Backup
• Head/Neck Flexibility
• Neck Reining

Chapter 5: Learn the Mental Skills of Great Competitors
This is the largest chapter in the book and covers the basic tenets of the original Mentally Tough Training Program.

• Why Train Mentally and Emotionally?
• Why is IPS Important?
• From a Physical Viewpoint
• Acting Skills
• Mental Conditioning Tools
• Design Your Own Constant Improvement Program

The five remaining chapters focus on tips to improve your cutting skills:

Chapter 6: Ride Your Trained Horse Effectively

• Create a Mental Image of Excellence, Poise, Grit, and Style
• Use Your Body to Help, Not Hinder, Your Horse
• Putting it all Together: Balance, Rhythm, Control of the Cow, and Holding the Line
• Common Trouble Spots Working a Cow

Chapter 7: Maintain Your Trained Horse

• Basic Schooling Principles
• Five Situations Where You Can Apply a Two-Handed Stop
• Key Schooling Points
• Chronic Problems

Chapter 8: Gain Control in the Herd

• The Ideal Cut
• Preparing to Enter the Herd
• Walking Toward the Herd
• Entering the Herd
• Making the Turn
• Making Good, Spontaneous Moment-to-Moment Decisions
• Cutting for Shape
• Cutting Specific Cattle

Chapter 9: Study Cattle

• Describe Cattle Physically
• Predicting Behavior

Chapter 10: Develop Your Own Showmanship Style

• Preparation Prior to Show Day
• Preparation on the Day of the Show
• Outstanding Run Presentation Skills
• Spontaneous Responses to Unexpected Situations

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CUTTING, ONE RUN AT A TIME.

"Barbra has intensely studied the art of riding and showing cutting horses. She is an extraordinary teacher. Her book helps the new cutter with invaluable shortcuts to mastery, while providing a refresher course for the experienced – a must read for all.”

The Late Bill Freeman – Cutting Horse Trainer, Breeder, Clinician, and Author
Rosston, TX

“I read your book; then read it again with a highlighter, and have since read it again with a red pen in hand! It is marvelous and ties in with the video series, the Mentally Tough Riding training course, and your clinic information perfectly. I have found myself surrounded by amateurs on several occasions when it comes to watching the herd settlers! Thank you for opening the door to such a wonderful learning experience.”

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Gardendale, TX

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North Little Rock, AR

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Doc Bar Ranch – Paicines, CA

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