Tie-Down Mental Game
The "Tie-Down Mental Game" video playlist on Roping.com features insights from top ropers like Shad Mayfield, Justin Maass, and Caleb Smidt on developing a winning mentality. Covering topics such as overcoming mental struggles, maintaining a positive mindset, and selecting the right practice horse, these videos help ropers build resilience, focus, and confidence. This series is ideal for those looking to sharpen their mental edge and enhance their performance in tie-down roping. Watch now to elevate your mental game!
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Thomas & Mack Arena Mental Struggles with Shad Mayfield
"There's no feeling like being in that place." One of the hurdles in Shad Mayfield's professional tie-down roping career is the National Finals Rodeo—specifically within the walls Thomas & Mack arena in Las Vegas. He discusses what it's taken to advance his mental game and what the real-life pres...
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The Importance of a Positive Mental Game
Justin Maass discusses the importance of focusing on what NEEDS to happen instead of what DOESN'T need to happen. He breaks down how having a positive attitude and the correct mechanics give competitors the best chance at success, and how to reset after a slump.
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Battling Out of a Slump
2022 World Champion Caleb Smidt keeps a "clean slate" mentality when it comes to getting out of a slump, focusing on the task at hand instead of what's happened in the past.
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The Best Practice Horse in the Game
Caleb Smidt highlights a horse that made him and one that often doesn't see the limelight. "Old Yeller" is a solid citizen through and through, often giving Smidt 20 or 30 runs in a practice session with little scoring. Some of Old Yeller's strengths include stopping hard and boosting Smidt's con...
