Articles by Tonya Johnston
Mental Skills Training Articles
Got Focus? Sharpen Your Pre-Ride Routine
by Tonya Johnston, MA Appeared in Hunter Jumper Magazine, July 2007 In a typical 8-hour day, how much time are amateur and junior competitors actually in the ring? 5 minutes? 10 minutes? This is the nature of horse showing, and it creates an interesting challenge. How...
Sport Psychology in the Ring: Show nerves can be put to good use
Summer is here, and so is the heart of horse show season. The CDS Dressage Championships, the Menlo Charity Horse Show and the Oaks are just some of the competitions that can make even the most seasoned exhibitors feel some nervous anticipation.Sport Psychology In The...
Achieving Your Goals in 2003
by Tonya Johnston Appeared in California Dressage Society East Bay Chapter February '03 Newsletter As we look forward to the rest of this year, it is important to set new goals and plan strategies for achieving them. Be mindful that as you set new goals you include...
Susan Nelson Interviews Tonya Johnston
Tonya Johnston has turned the love of horses and riding into a productive career as a sport psychology consultant. Tonya Johnston, MA Sport Psychology Consultant by Susan Nelson Appeared in September '03 issue of Riding Magazine Tonya Johnston has turned the love of...
Breathing for Peak Performance
by Tonya Johnston Appeared in September '03 issue of Ride! Magazine Tonya explains a basic breathing control technique called Circle Breathing to improve relaxation, confidence, and focus in competition. "Take a deep breath!" "Relax!" "Stop holding your breath!"...
The Competitive Edge: Mind Over Matter
by Di Rowling Appearing in August/September '01 issue of Hoofbeats The key to success in competition doesn't have to be focused on 'winning' per se, but rather on developing the attitude and self-belief that will lead to success. For this issue we sought the expertise...
Inside Your Ride
